Safeguarding
These articles provide a practical overview of safeguarding responsibilities for staff, covering how to recognise different types of abuse, raise and report concerns, and understand the vital role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). They also highlight how to build a strong “speak-up” culture where everyone feels safe to report issues, ensuring compliance with the Care Act, Working Together 2023, and CQC standards.
What are the different types of abuse staff should look out for?
UK safeguarding law splits guidance for adults and children. For adults, the Care Act 2014 statutory guidance (Chapter 14) defines...
How do we create a "speak-up" culture, so people feel safe to raise concerns?
A strong speak-up culture helps prevent abuse and poor care. The Care Act statutory guidance sets the adult-safeguarding framework...
What is the role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)?
In early years/childcare, the EYFS statutory framework requires every setting to have a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) responsible...
How should you raise and report a safeguarding concern?
If someone is in immediate danger Call 999. Then inform your manager/Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and record what happened. (Working…
Click below to explore more articles from our Knowledge Hub across various categories like Infection Control, Medication, Safeguarding, Nutrition and Hydration, etc.
Read our Reviews