Safeguarding (General and Disclosures)

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The law on safeguarding, the types of harm, and what to do if a child tells you something.

About this handbook

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, and foster carers have a particular duty. This handbook sets out the main laws and standards, the difference between safeguarding and child protection, the types of abuse and harm, and how to respond when a child discloses something.

What it covers

  • Why safeguarding matters
  • The main laws and standards
  • Safeguarding and child protection
  • Types of abuse and harm
  • A child-centred approach
  • Responding to a disclosure

Questions about this?

Chat to Rachael or Gareth. No question is too small, and there is no pressure.

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