Child Safeguarding Statement
13.0 Child Safeguarding Statement & Child Protection Policy
I am committed to ensuring best practice in relation to the protection, safety and welfare of the children in my care.
The welfare of the children is paramount and my practice is always child-centred, upholding the rights of every child and young person to be kept safe and protected from harm, listened to, and heard.
- My policy and procedures to safeguard children and young people reflect national policy and legislation and are underpinned by Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017, the Tusla Children First - Child Safeguarding Guide 2017, and the Children First Act 2015.
- I have completed a risk assessment for child protection and updated my policies in line with the above.
- My emergency back-up person has signed up to and abides by these policies, procedures and guidance.
- I will review my child safeguarding statement and accompanying child safeguarding policies and procedures every year, or sooner if necessary, due to service issues or changes in legislation or national policy.
- I am the Designated Liaison Person for Child Protection for my service, and the Relevant Person for this Child Safeguarding Statement.