Safeguarding

Information sharing is key to provide efficient and maintained safeguarding for all children, so that no child’s needs go unheard.

Spotting neglect can be tricky. This article aims to refresh your memory outlining some of the main signs and symptoms of neglect to support your safeguarding practice.

Creating a positive culture in the workplace around safeguarding can support staff with their confidence to confront safeguarding issues if and when they arise.

There are lots of things we can do every day to ensure children are kept safe – from the conversations we have with parents and carers about daily routines to the risk assessments we create for activities in the playroom.

We will explore what emotional abuse is and what some of the warning signs might be for babies and toddlers.

Staff supervisions are statutory for any staff member working directly with children and their families, let's look at their importance and impact.

Staff supervisions are prime opportunities to discuss any matters of relevance with individual members of your team. This can relate to personal matters, such as any holiday plans or changes to circumstances that might impact their availability or suitability to work.