Policy statement
Our setting will work with children, parents and the community to ensure the rights and safety of children and to give them the very best start in life. Our Safeguarding Policy is based on the three key commitments of the Early Years Alliance Safeguarding Children Policy.
Procedures
“The welfare of the child is paramount” – Children’s Act 1989
Children learn best when they are healthy, safe and secure, when their individual needs are met, and when they have positive relationships with the adults caring for them.
We aim to provide a high-quality setting which is welcoming, safe and stimulating, and where children are able to enjoy learning and grow in confidence. We will take all necessary steps to keep children safe and well and ensure the suitability of adults who have contact with them. We will promote good health; manage behaviour; and maintain records, policies and procedures.
For the purpose of this policy the Working Together 2018 definition of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children will be used and is defined as;
· Protecting children from maltreatment;
· Preventing impairment of children’s health and development;
· Ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care and
· Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.
Staff at this setting understand that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility, they will be alert to any issues or concerns in the child’s life at home or elsewhere and they will maintain a child-centred approach at all times. They will be aware that children with special educational needs or disability are particularly vulnerable to abuse. They will maintain an attitude of “it could happen here” where safeguarding is concerned, and they will always act in the best interest of the child.
The managers and staff are committed to:
· Ensuring that safe recruitment practises for checking the suitability of staff and volunteers are followed (refer to the** South West Child Protection Procedures(SWCPP) website )
· Ensuring that all staff and volunteers follow the settings Code of Conduct, Behaviour Policy and the Guidance for Safer Working Practice for Adults who Work with Children and also Covid-19 **
· Following the settings code of conduct (Safer working practice guidance for adults who work with children)
· Establishing and maintaining a safe environment.
· Providing support for children who have been abused and taking part in the multi-agency action plan to keep them safe.
· Providing a curriculum and experiences which will enable children to develop the skills they need to stay safe from abuse, including online abuse.
· Ensuring staff and volunteers are able to identify children with potential emerging problems or concerns and implementing strategies early on to avoid them escalating (Early Help)
· Ensuring that staff and volunteers are aware of the signs and symptoms of abuse and know the correct procedure for reporting and referring concerns.
· Ensuring that all staff are aware of the procedures to follow if they have a concern about another adult or a member of staff.
· Working in partnership with other agencies. This includes sharing information effectively, attending child protection conferences, core groups and other relevant meetings and preparing reports for conference.
· Working in partnership with parents/carers.
Child Protection
Staff understand that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone’s responsibility they will be alert to any issues or concerns in the child’s life at home or elsewhere. They will be aware that children with special educational needs or disability are particularly vulnerable to being abused. They will maintain an attitude of “it could happen here” where safeguarding is concerned, and they will always act in the best interests of the child. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined as protecting children from maltreatment; preventing impairment of children’s health and development; ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care and taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes.
All action will be taken in line with the following local and national legislation/guidance:
· South West Child Protection Procedures (SWCPP),
· The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage – 2017; 2021
· The Children Act 2004 and 2006
· “Working Together to Safeguard Children” 2018
· “What to Do If You’re Worried a Child is Being Abused” 2015
· Swindon Safeguarding Partnership guidance
· Information Sharing: Advice for practitioners providing safeguarding services- 2018
· The Prevent Duty-Departmental advice for schools and childcare Providers-July 2015 (updated 2019)
· Keeping Children Safe in Education – 2020
Our child protection policy applies to all staff, managers, Trustee’s and volunteers working in the setting.
Other policies which should be read in conjunction with this policy include;
Ø Health and Safety
Ø Intimate Care
Ø First Aid
Ø Medicines
Ø Behaviour Management
Ø Staff behaviour policy (guidance for safer working practice/code of conduct)
Ø Missing Child
Ø Online safety
Ø Failure to Collect Child
Ø Site Security
Ø Risk Assessments
Ø Equal Opportunities
Ø Special Educational Needs and Disability
Ø Outings/Visits
Ø Emergency Evacuation Procedures
Ø Concerns/Complaints
The role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and deputy
Our designated safeguarding lead is Hayley Woods.
Our deputy DSL is Sarah King.
During working hours there will be a DSL or deputy available at all times for staff to discuss concerns.
The DSL will take lead responsibility for safeguarding children ensuring that all policies and procedures are implemented and shared with all staff. They will liaise with local statutory children's services agencies, and with the Swindon Safeguarding Partnership. They will provide support, advice and guidance to other staff on an on-going basis, and on any specific safeguarding issue as required.
The DSL will attend level 3 training and the DDSL will attend at least level 2 training in child protection, this will be refreshed every 2 years.
All other staff will attend at least level 1 child protection training every 3 years.
Training will enable staff to identify signs of possible abuse and neglect at the earliest opportunity, and to respond in a timely and appropriate way.
The DSL will take lead responsibility for safeguarding children, ensuring that all policies and procedures are implemented and shared with staff. They will liaise with local statutory children's services, and with the Swindon Safeguarding Partnership. They will provide support, advice and guidance to other staff on an on-going basis, and on any specific safeguarding issue as required.
The DSL and the deputy will attend level 3 Child Protection training as a minimum; this will be refreshed every 2 years. The DSL and the deputy will regularly update their knowledge and skills; this could be through attendance at update sessions, online training, newsletters etc (as a minimum annually).
Staff training and supervision
All staff will complete level 1 (basic awareness) training, every 3 years (as advised by Swindon Safeguarding Partnership). Training will enable staff to identify signs of possible abuse and neglect at the earliest opportunity, and to respond in a timely and appropriate way.
The DSL will ensure all staff receive regular safeguarding updates through staff meetings, email, newsletters etc
All new staff will receive induction training to help them understand their roles and responsibilities. Induction training will include, as a minimum, information about emergency evacuation procedures, safeguarding/child protection procedures, the provider’s equality policy, and the health and safety policy.
Training courses can be accessed by visiting the Swindon Safeguarding Partnership website.
Training will enable staff to identify signs of possible abuse and neglect at the earliest opportunity, and to respond in a timely and appropriate way.
All staff will receive regular supervision and appraisals. Supervision will provide support, coaching and training and the opportunity for discussion of sensitive issues.
At least one person who has a current paediatric first aid certificate will be on the premises at all times when children are present and will accompany children on outings.
All staff are required to have a sufficient understanding and use of English to ensure the well-being of children in their care
Training opportunities are sought for all adults involved in the setting to ensure that they are able to recognise the signs and signals of possible physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse and neglect and that they are aware of the local authority guidelines for making referrals.
We ensure that all staff know the procedures for reporting and recording any concerns they may have about the provision.
Signs and symptoms of possible abuse may include:
Physical Abuse
· Unexplained injuries or burns, particularly if they are recurrent.
· Improbable excuses given to explain injuries.
· Refusal to discuss injuries.
· Untreated injuries.
· Admission of punishment which appears excessive.
· Fear of parents being contacted.
· Bald patches in the head.
· Withdrawal from physical contact.
· Arms and legs kept covered in hot weather.
· Fear of returning home.
· Fear of medical help.
· Self-destructive tendencies.
· Aggression towards others.
Failure to Thrive
· Child’s weight falling below expected centile.
· Height often falling below centile.
· Skin dry and pale.
· Hair thin and straw like.
· Lack of energy, listless.
· May drink a lot of juice.
· Refuses food. Vomiting and diarrhoea.
· Failure to meet milestone of development.
· Lack of concentration.
· Behavioural problems.
Neglect
· Constant hunger.
· Poor personal hygiene.
· Constant tiredness.
· Poor state of clothing.
· Emaciation.
· Frequent lateness or non-attendance
· Untreated medical problems.
· Destructive tendencies.
· Low self esteem.
· Neurotic behaviour (e.g. rocking, hair twisting, thumb sucking).
· No social relationships.
· Compulsive stealing or scavenging.
Emotional Abuse
· Physical, mental and developmental lags.
· Admission of punishment which appears excessive.
· Over-reaction to mistakes.
· Sudden speech disorders.
· Fear of new situations.
· Inappropriate emotional responses to painful situations.
· Neurotic behaviour (e.g. rocking, hair twisting, thumb sucking).
· Self-mutilation.
· Fear of parents being contacted.
· Compulsive stealing
Sexual Abuse
· Fearful about certain people like relatives or friends.
· Not allowed to have friends round.
· Soreness/bleeding in the genital or anal areas or in the throat.
· Finding excuses not to go home or to a particular place.
· Having recurring nightmares / afraid of the dark.
· Unable to concentrate, seem to be in a world of their own.
· Chronic ailments such as stomach pains and headaches.
· Sexually abuses or shows inappropriate sexual behaviour towards a sibling or friend.
· Exhibits a sudden change in attitudes at school
· Appears withdrawn, isolated, or excessively worried.
· Demonstrates outbursts of anger or irritability.
· Fearful of undressing
All staff will have an awareness of the safeguarding issues below;
Peer on Peer Abuse (sexual violence and sexual harassment)
We recognise that:-
· Safeguarding issues can manifest themselves via peer on peer abuse
- This is most likely to include, but is not limited to, bullying, gender-based violence, sexual assaults and sexting.
- This form of abuse should never be tolerated or passed off as ‘banter’ or ‘part of growing up’.
We will ensure that children are appropriately supervised at all times to avoid these issues arising.
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
Staff recognise that FGM is a form of abuse, with long-lasting consequences, and must be referred to MASH through the usual channels. FGM comprises of all procedures involving partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs.
Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)
We recognise CSE as a form of sexual abuse where children are sexually exploited for money, power or status. It can involve violent, humiliating and degrading sexual assaults. In some cases, young people are persuaded or forced into exchanging sexual activity for money, drugs, gifts, affection or status. Consent cannot be given, even where a child believes they are voluntarily engaging in sexual activity with the person who is exploiting them. CSE can happen online.
Child Criminal Exploitation (CE)
Staff recognise that that criminal exploitation of children and vulnerable young adults is a form of harm, it is geographically widespread and may include drug networks or gangs grooming and exploiting children and young adults to carry drugs and money from urban areas to sub-urban and rural areas (County Lines exploitation) These cases will be referred to children’s social care through the usual channels.
Domestic Abuse (DA)
Staff recognise that all children who witness domestic abuse are being emotionally abused and this can cause “significant harm.” Domestic abuse must always be referred to MASH/FCP
DA is defined as any violent or abusive behaviour used by one person to dominate and control another within a close personal or family relationship. Children can witness DA in a variety of ways, they may be in the same room and get caught up in an incident, perhaps trying to defend the victim, they may be in a different room but able to hear abuse taking place and witness injuries caused by the abuse, or they may be asked to take part in verbally abusing the victim.
Children missing sessions
Staff will be aware that children’s non-attendance, particularly repeatedly, can be a vital warning sign of a range of safeguarding possibilities. Early intervention will be taken to identify the risk of any underlying safeguarding concerns and the settings policy for following up on non-attenders will be followed. The setting will have at least 2 emergency contacts for a child.
Children with family members in prison
Staff recognise that there are negative consequences for these children and they are at risk of poor outcomes, appropriate support will be put in place. (https://www.nicco.org.uk/)
Homelessness
Staff will be aware that being homeless or being at risk of being homeless presents a real risk to a child’s welfare. The DSL will direct families to the Local Housing Authority for support and a referral will be made to children’s social care if deemed necessary.
Private Fostering
Staff will be aware that they have a mandatory duty to report any child in a “private fostering” arrangement, to the Local Authority.
Private fostering is defined as an arrangement whereby a child under the age of 16 (or 18 if the child has a disability) is placed for 28 days or more in the care of someone who is not the child's parent(s) or a 'connected person'
Disclosures
If a child discloses abuse, it is important to respond appropriately:
· Listen to the child and avoid interrupting except to clarify.
- Allow the child to make the disclosure at their own pace and in their own way.
- Do not interrogate the child. It is alright to ask for clarification, but leading questions should not be asked. The interviewing of children must be undertaken by trained Social workers or Police Officers.
- Do not make any promises to the child about not passing on the information – the child needs to know that you have to talk to someone who will be able to help them.
- Record the information as accurately as you can, including the timing, setting and those present, as well as what was said. Do not exaggerate or embellish what you have heard in any way.
· Inform the DSL as soon as possible (within the same working day).
Following a disclosure of abuse children will be supported in the setting. All children will be allocated a key person with whom they can develop a close relationship and who can tailor opportunities to the individual needs of each child. We will work closely with other agencies in implementing the actions of a child protection plan designed to support and protect the child. We will attend all child protection conferences, core groups and strategy meetings to support the child and family as necessary.
Key Person
All children will be allocated a key person with whom they can develop a close relationship and who can tailor opportunities to the individual needs of each child.
Visitors to the setting
Any visitor to the setting who receives a disclosure of abuse, suspects that abuse may have occurred or is concerned for the safety or welfare of a child must report immediately to the DSL or if unavailable to the deputy.
Procedures for Referral
We will refer to Swindon SSP guidance document “The Right Help at the Right Time” when assessing a child’s level of need and the most appropriate support.
If a child is in immediate danger or is at risk of harm a referral to FCP/MASH will be made immediately.
The DSL/deputy will contact MASH by telephone - 01793 466903 or if out of hours 01793 436699
Any member of staff or visitor to the setting who receives a disclosure of abuse or suspects that abuse may have occurred must report it immediately to the DSL or if unavailable to the DDSL. In the absence of either of the above, the matter should be brought to the attention of the most senior member of staff.
A telephone referral will be confirmed in writing using the form RF1 within 24 hours.
The referral will be shared with the parent/carer, and where appropriate with the child/young person, unless to do so may place the child at increased risk of significant harm, in which case advice should be sought from MASH.
If a child discloses physical or sexual abuse, where the alleged abuser is either a family member or someone resident within the household, MASH will be consulted before informing parents.
If the child is already subject to a Child Protection Plan the allocated Social Worker will be contacted, they will advise when, and by whom, the parents will be informed.
Staff will work closely with other agencies to implement the actions of a child protection plan. They will attend all child protection conferences, core groups and strategy meetings to support the child and family as necessary.
Escalation Procedures
In circumstances where we feel that decisions made by another agency, on a safeguarding case, are not in the best interests of the child we will follow the stages of the Swindon Escalation Policy.
Pre-escalation – professional to professional
1. DSL to Manager
2. DSL to Senior Manager
3. DSL to Swindon Safeguarding Partnership (LSCB)
Early Help
Where staff have emerging concerns about a child (as opposed to a child being in immediate danger) they will follow the early help process. The process involves staff being alert to emerging problems, staff discussing their concerns with the DSL and the DSL co-ordinating an appropriate response with the support of other professionals, this may involve undertaking an Early Help Assessment. (**EHA) and in some cases the DSL may take on the role of Lead Professional. Early Help cases will be kept under constant review and if the situation doesn’t appear to be improving consideration will be given to a referral to MASH. EHA guidance and templates are available at.
Record Keeping
Any member of staff receiving a disclosure of abuse, or noticing possible abuse, will make an accurate record as soon as possible, noting what was said or seen, putting the event into context, and giving the date, time and location. All records must be dated and signed and discussed with the DSL.
· All hand-written records will be retained, even if they are subsequently typed up in a more formal report.
· Written records of concerns about children will be kept, even where there is no need to make a referral immediately.
· Injuries will be marked on a body map; photographs will never be taken.
· Where concerns do not meet the threshold for a referral to MASH, consideration will be given to the appropriateness of completing an Early Help Record and Plan (EHRP)
· All records relating to child protection concerns will be kept in a secure place and will remain confidential. They do not form part of the pupil’s educational records and must be kept separate from other records.
· A chronology will be kept at the front of each individual child protection file. It will be reviewed and updated whenever a new concern is raised or additional relevant information becomes available, noting any action taken.
· The quality of child protection records will be monitored by the Manager of the setting.
· Where a child transfers to school or moves to a new setting, copies of child protection documentation must be passed within 14 days, and confidentially to the receiving school/setting. CP records must be transferred separately from general records so that they reach the destination of the DSL and not a class teacher or admin staff, with the original records retained by the setting. The DSL will contact the new school/setting and arrange a meeting to pass on child protection records. If this is not possible the DSL will have a phone conversation with the DSL at the new setting to alert them to the safeguarding concerns.
· Records will be retained in line with the Local Authorities guidance on the Transfer and Retention of Child Protection Records.
Parental Involvement
St Margaret’s Pre-school is committed to helping parents/carers understand its responsibility for the welfare of all pupils.
Parents will be made aware of the policy during their induction meeting and consent from parents will be required through Famly, that parents accept this policy.
Child protection or welfare concerns will usually be discussed with parents/carers. Where a referral to MASH is needed, the agreement of parents/carers will be sought before making the referral, unless to do so may place the child at increased risk of significant harm. If a child is subject to a child protection plan, then the allocated social worker will be informed as soon as possible. A lack of agreement from the parent/carer will not stop a referral going ahead.
Suitable People/Safer Recruitment
We endeavour to create a culture of safe recruitment and as part of this we adopt recruitment procedures which help deter, reject and identify people who might abuse children. We adhere to our statutory responsibilities to check staff who work with children, this will include enhanced DBS checks, on all staff and on any other person who is likely to have regular contact with children (including those living or working on the premises)
We follow safer recruitment procedures as set out in the South West Child Protection Procedures.
http://www.proceduresonline.com/swcpp/swindon/contents.html
· Interview panels will have at least one person who has completed Safer Recruitment Training. There will be a Safeguarding statement in all job advertisements and job descriptions. Any gaps in employment history or unaccounted for periods of time will be fully investigated. References will be requested prior to interview.
· All staff are informed that they are expected to disclose any convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands and warnings which may affect their suitability to work with children (whether received before or during their employment at the setting). We will not allow people, whose suitability has not been checked to have unsupervised contact with children being cared for.
· We will record information about staff qualifications, identity checks and vetting processes that have been completed (including the Disclosure and Barring Service reference number, the date a disclosure was obtained and details of who obtained it) in a central register.
Disqualification under the Childcare Act
· All staff, students and volunteers are informed during their induction that, under the Childcare Act 2006, they are expected to provide up to date information in relation to any convictions, cautions, court orders, reprimands and warnings which may affect their suitability to work with children, whether received before or during their employment at the setting.
· There is also an expectation that the setting would be informed if staff relationships and associations, both within and outside the workplace (including online), may have implications for the safety of children in the setting.
Volunteers
A risk assessment will be undertaken for volunteers to determine whether an enhanced DBS check should be applied for. This will depend on the level of activity the volunteer is engaged in and whether they are ever left unsupervised with children.
Alleged Abuse by Staff
An allegation may indicate that a member of staff has;
· Behaved in a way that has harmed a child, or may have harmed a child.
· Possibly committed a criminal offence against a child; or
· Behaved towards a child that indicates he/she would pose a risk of harm to children.
We follow the SWCPP for managing allegations against staff; http://www.proceduresonline.com/swcpp/swindon/contents.html
· As soon as an allegation is made the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) will be contacted.
· The LADO’s are;
Jon Goddard – 07392103019 (Mon-Wed)
*Rachel Hull – 07824081177 (Thurs-Fri)
· The LADO contacted will advise on the appropriate action to be taken.
· Ofsted will be informed of the allegation within 14 days.
· Staff/volunteers will report an allegation about a member of staff immediately to the Manager, unless the Manager is the subject of the allegation. The Manager will then proceed as above.
· Where the allegation is against the Manager, the member of staff/volunteer will contact one of the LADO’s, above.
· An allegation must not be discussed with the alleged perpetrator or other members of staff/committee, unless advised to do so by a LADO.
· In exceptional circumstances it may be necessary to protect the child, by contacting the police, before contacting the LADO.
· The setting will make a referral to the Disclosure and Barring Service if at the end of the allegation process a member of staff or volunteer is removed from their position, or if they leave while under investigation for allegedly causing harm or posing a risk of harm to children.
As part of their induction procedure staff will be directed to read the “Guidance for safer working practice for adults who work with children and young people.” and the setting’s “Whistleblowing Policy.”
If staff don’t feel comfortable alerting someone within the setting of their concerns, they can contact the NSPCC whistleblowing helpline on 0800 028 0285 or by email help@nspcc.org.uk
The Curriculum
We will provide a curriculum that encourages children to talk and be listened to. They will be provided with opportunities to develop the skills they need to recognise and stay safe from abuse. Children will learn that their views are valued and respected. Online safety – Children will be taught about keeping safe online through educating them about safe online procedures and by educating their parents about the dangers of the internet through leaflets, posters, newsletters etc. Where children have access to the internet, we will ensure that they are protected from harmful and inappropriate online material by putting effective monitoring and filtering in place. We introduce key elements of keeping children safe into our programme to promote the personal, social and emotional development of all children, so that they may grow to be strong, resilient and listened to and so that they develop an understanding of why and how to keep safe.
· We create within the setting a culture of value and respect for individuals, having positive regard for children's heritage arising from their colour, ethnicity, languages spoken at home, cultural and social background.
· We ensure that this is carried out in a way that is developmentally appropriate for the children.
Use of Mobile Phones and Digital Photography
We have a written policy for the acceptable use of mobile phones and cameras in our setting. Reference [Policy No. 2-14]
Information and Records
· We will maintain records and obtain and share information with parents and carers, health and other professionals working with the child, the police, social services and Ofsted as appropriate to ensure the safe and efficient management of the setting, and to help ensure the needs of all children are met. In line with “Information sharing advice for safeguarding practitioners” 2018.
· We will enable a regular two-way flow of information with parents and/or carers, and between providers, if a child is attending more than one setting.
· Confidential information and records about staff and children are held securely and only accessible and available to those who have a right or professional need to see them.
· We are aware of our responsibilities under the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulations (2018) and that this legislation does not limit the sharing of information in order to keep children safe and includes sharing information without consent.
· We will register with the Information Commissioner’s Office as appropriate.
· All staff will read the setting’s “Confidentiality Policy” this will cover the need to protect the privacy of the children in our care as well as the legal requirements that exist to ensure that information relating to the child is handled in a way that ensures confidentiality. Information will be shared on a strictly “need to know” basis.
· Records relating to individual children will be retained for a reasonable period of time after they have left the provision (3 years).
Planning
The layout of the rooms allows for constant supervision.
Confidentiality
All suspicions and investigations are kept confidential and shared only with those who need to know. Any information is shared under the guidance of the Swindon Safeguarding Partnership.
Support to families
· We believe in building trusting and supportive relationships with families, staff and volunteers.
· We make clear to parents our role and responsibilities in relation to child protection, such as for the reporting of concerns, information sharing, monitoring of the child, and liaising at all times with the local children’s social care team.
· We will continue to welcome the child and the family whilst investigations are being made in relation to any alleged abuse.
· We will engage with any child ‘in need plan’ or ‘early help plan as agreed’.
· We follow the Child Protection Plan as set by the child’s social care worker in relation to the setting's designated role and tasks in supporting that child and their family, subsequent to any investigation.
· Confidential records kept on a child are shared with the child's parents or those who have parental responsibility for the child in accordance with the Confidentiality and Client Access to Records procedure and only if appropriate under the guidance of the SSP.
Legal framework
Primary legislation
· Children Act (1989 s47)
· Protection of Children Act (1999)
· GDPR (2018)
· The Children Act (Every Child Matters) (2004 s11)
· Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006)
· Children & Social Work Act (2017)
· Childcare Act (2006)
· Child Safeguarding Practice Review & Relevant Agencies (England Regulations 2018)
Secondary legislation
· Sexual Offences Act (2003)
· Criminal Justice and Court Services Act (2000)
· Equalities Act (2010)
· General Data Protection Regulations GDPR (2018)
· Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations (2009)
· Children & Family Act (2014)
· Care Act (2014)
· Serious Crime Act (2015)
· Counter Terrorism & Security Act (2015)
Further guidance
· Working Together to Safeguard Children (2013)
· What to do if you’re Worried a Child is Being Abused (HMG 2006)
· Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families (DoH 2000)
· The Common Assessment Framework for Children and Young People: A Guide for Practitioners (CWDC 2010)
· Statutory guidance on making arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of children under section 11 of the Children Act 2004 (HMG 2007)
· Information Sharing: Advice for Practitioners and Managers (HMG 2008) (HMG 2006)
· Disclosure and Barring Service: www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Review
This policy will be reviewed on an annual basis and updated where appropriate, however if a weakness is identified in the setting’s procedures the policy will be reviewed and revised immediately.