Employee Handbook - Wise Owls Childcare

Who should all safeguarding concerns be reported to first?

When must a Report of Concern form be completed?

Staff should never…

If a staff member directly witnesses abuse in the nursery, what should they do?

Confront the person involved immediately in front of others
Wait until the end of the day to see if it happens again
Tell another colleague to deal with it instead
Ensure the child is safe, report the incident to the DSL immediately, and complete a Report of Concern form

Which of the following may indicate a child is experiencing cyber abuse?

Which behaviour could indicate a child may be experiencing abuse or neglect?

What should staff do if a child makes a disclosure?

What should staff do if left alone with a child?

Which of the following may indicate a child is at risk of, or involved in, serious violent crime?

Which of the following is part of Wise Owls’ expectations for staff safe care?

Carrying out personal tasks for children even if they can do them independently
Closing the door when alone with a child to protect their privacy
Allowing physical contact in private spaces where other staff cannot see
Ensuring doors remain open when alone with a child and being mindful of appropriate, necessary contact only

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