The child protection in department of education sites policy and procedures support the departments commitment to being a child safe organisation through the prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect. Child protection including recording and retention of child protection files in accordance with the childrens acts of 1989 and 2004 and the education act 2002, and working together to safeguard children 2015 and keeping children safe in education. Child protection policy and procedures revised 412016 purpose and commitment otter creeks purpose for establishing this child protection policy is to demonstrate our absolute, unwavering commitment to the physical and emotional safety and to the. The advice, information and procedures in this document are given in good faith and are based on our understanding of the current law. There are three policies that comprise the safeguarding group child protection, prevent and online safety. Child protection the child protection policy was approved by the international board of trustees on 1996 child abuse is defined as any verbal or sexual abuse, sexual exploitation or infliction of injury. The policy is readily available in the school halls for providers working with youngsters out of school hours. It is therefore committed to protect and care for children and young people.
The document may be altered to more accurately reflect the users. The policy was adopted by the international save the childrens members meeting. Child protection policy 2009 page 7 of 186 heartbeat centre for community development internal policies page 7 a member of staff or a volunteer abuses a child that they are in contact with through heartbeat s work. Ampleforth college st martins ampleforth child protection policy 2 1 policy statement 1. Deped launched its child protection policy on may 3, 2012, through deped order no. All other entities that agree to be bound by the global policies. Islamic reliefs child protection policy document provides an introduction to an islamic framework for the protection of children, highlights the methods by which children are protected against abuse, and provides staff with the tools to deal with issues of child protection. The child protection policy and procedures has been developed as a guide for use by faith organisations insured with ansvar insurance. Given the alignment of this resource pack with unicef programme policies and procedures, the main. They have been informed by findings and recommendations from the royal commission into institutional responses to child. Policy on child protection all the above people can be contacted through the school office. To support this partnership, and to keep up the momentum on child protection, we have introduced a number of new and strengthened publications in the suite of child protection such as the national risk framework for assessment of children and young people, the national framework for child protection learning and development, the national. It aims to provide a framework to assist all dciz employees and volunteers in carrying out their duties to safeguard children.
Download free printable child protection policy template samples in pdf, word and excel formats. The child protection policy sets out common values, principles and beliefs and describes the steps that will be taken for the alliance commitment to protect children. Child protection is the process of protecting children who have been identified as either suffering, or likely to suffer, significant harm as a result of abuse or neglect. Every health worker coming into contact with a child or young. The state shall defend the right of children to assistance, including proper care and nutrition, and special protection from all forms of neglect, abuse, cruelty, exploitation and other conditions prejudicial to their development. Stage 3 developing a child protection policy and procedures stage 3builds on the 6 foundation stones outlined in stage 2. Child protection downloads this work is licensed under a creative commons attributionnoncommercialnoderivatives 4. Child protection policy and manual policy statement the parish of rayleigh believes that it is the joy and responsibility of the church to welcome children and ensure that the church is a place where they can grow and flourish, and be kept safe. The child protection policy for queen elizabeth s school is based on a template provided by the dorset safeguarding and standards team. Summarythe child wellbeing and child protection policies and procedures for nsw health brings together in a single document the tools and guidance for health workers to meet their legal and policy responsibilities within the nsw government child protection system. Child protection policy and procedures child protection. Calvary christian college child protection policy 2015 page 5 of 16 6. This policy focuses on safeguarding in terms of child protection.
In developing this policy we have drawn upon ecpats child protection policy, keeping children safe coalition toolkit and referred to the work of other international organizations working within the child protection sector. Documents in pdf format can be read using adobe reader ms word and powerpoint documents can be read by using their respective applications or any alternatives. Parkside policy for child protection 6 the dsp and the cpo are responsible for. Child protection policy powerpoint bullying violence. We are aware that child protection and safeguarding are fundamental to the welfare of all children in our care. Child protection basics, fhi 360 child protection toolkit. This booklet was produced with the support of plan international inc.
Contact details for reporting concerns on child protection and safeguarding. Child protection policy, and will be guided by this when undertaking activities on behalf of the network. Pdf child protection policy and practice a relationship. Any sexual act or threat to perform such upon another person.
Ensuring that all such records are kept confidentially and securely and are separate. Policy and programmig resource guide for child protection. The template for the school child protection policy is attached as annex c. Child protection manual the global fund for children. What you need to know about deped child protection policy. Hitting, punching, kickin g marks from belt buckles, fingers. Download child protection policy association for educational. Save the children child protection policy resource centre. The reasons for the development of this child protection policy are. The issue of child abuse is a complex problem that has an impact on all areas. Keeping written records of concerns about a child even if there is no need to make an immediate referral. The role of governors the safeguarding working party will oversee the implementation of. Child protection policy and procedure link community development. Example of a child protection policy adapted from firstcheck, nspcc 2006 our child protection policy this policy applies to all staff, including senior managers and the board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers and sessional workers, agency staff, students or anyone working on behalf of name of grouporganisation.
The department of education the statement of policy. Use any computer or other electronic device to view, download, distribute or. Presbyterian covenant school association incorporated on 26 december, 1991. Oak child safeguarding policy reporting and recording format. Children internationals child protection policy is made up of several components, all with the goal of keeping children and youth safe. The house is built up through the layers of bricks that make up the child protection policy and procedures. Integrating child protection into all aspects of our organizational strategy, structures and work practices.
First you need to prepare the ground so that you can lay foundations on suitable land. Members of the international save the children alliance have a common commitment to the prevention of child abuse and protection of children. Child protection policy including recording and retention. Our goal is to ensure that our pupils are equipped to successfully live a strict. The language below is an example of such language, which can be modified to better reflect the purpose for your organization seeks to provide a safe and secure environment for the children who participate in our programs and activities. Best of all, you can use this child protection policy as is, or as a guideline for developing your own policy. Child protection policy template 2 free templates in pdf. No child should be placed into care without this forms being completed. Link internationals child protection policy is based on the following set of principles.
Bury broncos arlfc child protection policy 1 bury broncos arlfc child protection policy introduction those involved in rugby league must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person, player and nonplayer alike, treating everyone equally within the context of the game. The cjcp cannot be held liable for the quality of training facilitated by other service providers when using this manual and any of. Child abuse statistics, research and resources, downloaded from. Child protection policy defined a child protection policy is a statement of intent that demonstrates a commitment to safeguard children from harm and makes clear to all what is required in relation to the protection of children. The child protection policy comes with a parent signature section indicating the parent has read your policies, understands them, and accepts them. The child protection policy of inclusion ghana ig is applicable to all management and staff paid, voluntary, permanent or casual of inclusion ghana, consultants, contractors, member organisations and parents self help groups. For the information and guidance of all concerned, the department of education deped issues the enclosed copy of the policy and guidelines on protecting children in school from abuse, violence, exploitation, discrimination, bullying and other forms of abuse entitled deped child protection policy. By implementing this policy, our goals are to protect the children.
The following documents are available for download. By using computers and mobile devices to access the internet, children and young people can do a great deal to combat and guard against cyber. Child protection procedures manual child protection policy all workers pastors, employees and volunteers of an employer church who are involved in the ministry of that church to children andor youth are expected to comply with this policy and associated procedures. A child protection policy helps to create a safe and positive environment for children and to show that the. Policy statement of intent it is the policy of tir na. In an era of alwayson internet, child online protection is a critical issue which, with the borderless nature of the internet, requires a global, coordinated response. Document management title of document child protection policy type of document policy prov 31 description northamptonshire teaching primary care trust pct is committed to promoting the welfare of children and to protecting them from the risks of harm. This policy is available in different font sizes, formats, languages or on different coloured paper, or someone can go through it with you please ask in resources or ask your tutor. Rationale the purpose of this policy is to provide written processes about the health and safety of the st hildas anglican school for girls staff and students, as well as the appropriate conduct of the schools staff and volunteers. To display aepls commitment to the protection of children welfare. The importance of child protection 1 structure of the manual 2 how to use this manual 2 section 1. Deped child protection policydeped child protection policy duties of private schoolsduties of private schools private schools shall be responsible forprivate schools shall be responsible for promulgating a school child protection policy,promulgating a school child protection policy, including a policy on bullying, a protocol forincluding a. Child protection including recording and retention of child protection files in accordance with the childrens acts of 1989 and 2004 and the education act 2002, and working together to safeguard children 2015 and keeping children safe in. Parents and carers the policy is available for parents and carers to read in school and through our website.
Safeguarding child protection policy st helen and st katharine places safeguarding at the heart of all that we do. Child protection handbook international centre for missing. Marys grammar school march 20 page 2 our child protection policy has been drafted by the schools care, guidance and support manager, in accordance with our statutory requirements and building on the. Child protection policy and procedures free download. Our schools child protection and safeguarding policy our schools staff behaviour policy or code of conduct details of the designated safeguarding lead dsl and their role a copy of part one of keeping children safe in education september 2016 should be provided to staff at induction, plus annex a of the guidance. Child protection policy policy and guidelines on protecting children in school from abuse, violence, exploitation, discrimination, bullying and other forms of abuse. This policy is therefore one of a series in the trusts integrated safeguarding portfolio and should be read in conjunction with the policies as listed below to be read and followed alongside this document. National guidance for child protection in scotland gov.