Child Protection Code of Practice
If you suspect abuse, a young person confides in you, or a complaint is made about any adult or about yourself, it is your duty to report the concern immediately to the site Child Protection Officer - The Warden. If the Warden is not on site the next Child Protection Officer to contact is the Chairman of The Managment Group. Contact details available from the Office or The Service Team Bungalow.
DO put this code into practice at all times
DO treat everyone with dignity and respect
DO set an example you would wish others to follow
DO treat all young people equally - show no favouritism
DO plan activities that involve more than one other person being present, or at least are within sight and hearing of others
DO follow the recommended adult/young people ratios
DO respect a young person's right to personal privacy
DO avoid unacceptable situations within a relationship of trust e.g. a sexual relationship with a youth member over the age of consent
DO have separate sleeping accommodation for young people and adults
DO allow young people to talk about any concerns they may have
DO encourage others to challenge any attitudes or behaviours they do not like
DO avoid being drawn into inappropriate attention seeking behaviour e.g. tantrums and crushes
DO ensure a no alcohol policy when young people are in your care
DO make eveyone aware of our Child Protection procedures
DO remember this code even at sensitive moments, e.g. when responding to bullying, bereavement or abuse
DO keep other leaders informed of where you are and what you are doing
DO remember someone else might misinterpret your actions, no matter how well-intentioned
DO take any allegations or concerns of abuse seriously and refer immediately to the site Child Protection Officer - The Warden.
DO NOT trivialise abuse
DO NOT form a relationshop with a young person, that is an abuse of trust
DO NOT permit abusive peer activities
DO NOT engage in inappropriate behaviour or contact - physical, verbal, sexual
DO NOT play physical contact games with young people
DO NOT make suggestive remarks or threats to a young person, even in fun
DO NOT use inappropriate language - writing, phoning, email or internet
DO NOT let allegations, suspicions, or concerns about abuse go unreported
DO NOT just rely on your good name to protect you
