Tda 2.2 Safeguarding Essay
TDA 2.2 Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people
1.1) Identify the current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people including e-safety.
Current legislation and guidelines, for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, include the Children act of 1989 (amended in 2004), Working together to safeguard children (2006) and s175 of the education act (2002).
These laws and guidelines outline the need for inter-agency co-operation, and a competent work force that are confident in dealing with inquiries, and other child protection situations.
Children act (1989)
The children act (1989) which was implemented for the most part on the 14th of October …show more content…
Gregory's policies and procedures
"Where there is a safeguarding issue, St. Gregory's Catholic Primary School will work in accordance with the principles outlined in the Cumbria Local Safeguarding Children Board requirements and procedures." A child's welfare is paramount. Each child has the right to be protected from harm and exploitation and have their welfare safeguarded. Each child is unique. Action taken by child welfare organisations should be child-centred, taking account of a child's cultural ethnic and religious backgrounds, their gender, their sexual orientation, their individual ability and any special needs. Children, parents and other carers should be made aware of their responsibilities and their rights, together with advice about the power of professionals to intervene in their family circumstances. Each child has the right to be consulted about actions taken by others on his/her behalf. The concerns of children and their families should be listened to and due consideration given to their understanding, wishes and feelings. Individual family members must be involved in decisions affecting them. They must be treated with courtesy and respect and with due regard given to working with them in a spirit of partnership in safeguarding children's
1.1) Identify the current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people including e-safety.
Current legislation and guidelines, for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, include the Children act of 1989 (amended in 2004), Working together to safeguard children (2006) and s175 of the education act (2002).
These laws and guidelines outline the need for inter-agency co-operation, and a competent work force that are confident in dealing with inquiries, and other child protection situations.
Children act (1989)
The children act (1989) which was implemented for the most part on the 14th of October …show more content…
Gregory's policies and procedures
"Where there is a safeguarding issue, St. Gregory's Catholic Primary School will work in accordance with the principles outlined in the Cumbria Local Safeguarding Children Board requirements and procedures." A child's welfare is paramount. Each child has the right to be protected from harm and exploitation and have their welfare safeguarded. Each child is unique. Action taken by child welfare organisations should be child-centred, taking account of a child's cultural ethnic and religious backgrounds, their gender, their sexual orientation, their individual ability and any special needs. Children, parents and other carers should be made aware of their responsibilities and their rights, together with advice about the power of professionals to intervene in their family circumstances. Each child has the right to be consulted about actions taken by others on his/her behalf. The concerns of children and their families should be listened to and due consideration given to their understanding, wishes and feelings. Individual family members must be involved in decisions affecting them. They must be treated with courtesy and respect and with due regard given to working with them in a spirit of partnership in safeguarding children's