All must be aware that they cannot promise a child to keep secrets which might compromise the child’s safety or well-being, or that of another; and we will always undertake to share our intention to refer a child to the local children’s services and with their parents/carers, unless to do so could put the child at greater risk of harm, or impede a criminal investigation. If in doubt, we will consult with Leicestershire and Rutland LSCB. 9. Power and Position of Trust The Shires acknowledges all adults working with children and people are in positions of 9.1 trust in relation to the children and young people in their care. A relationship of trust can be described where one party is in a position of power or influence over the other by virtue of their work or the nature of their activity. All staff must recognise the power this can give them over those they care for and the responsibility they must exercise as a consequence of this relationship. Please see for Safer Working Practice for Adults who Work with Children and Young People in ‘Guidance Education Settings’, 2015. 9.2 All staff must uphold public trust in the teaching profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by: Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to the member of staff’s professional position Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions Child Centred Approach The Shires and staff 10.1 recognise and understand that effective safeguarding systems are child centred. Children and young people in our school are clear what they want from an effective safeguarding system, we know this via our regular children and young people questionnaire feedback. 10.2 All our children want to be respected, their views to be heard, to have stable relationships with professionals built on trust and for consistent support provided for their individual needs. This guides the behaviour of our staff. Anyone working with children should see and speak to the child; listen to what they say; take their views seriously; and work with them collaboratively when deciding how to support their needs. A child-centred approach is supported by: The Equality Act 2010 which puts a responsibility on public authorities to have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination and promote equality of opportunity. No child or group of children must be treated any less favourably than others in being able to access effective services which meet their particular needs; and
All must be aware that they cannot promise a child to keep secrets which might compromise the child’s safety or well-being, or that of another; and we will always undertake to share our intention to refer a child to the local children’s services and with their parents/carers, unless to do so could put the child at greater risk of harm, or impede a criminal investigation. If in doubt, we will consult with Leicestershire and Rutland LSCB. 9. Power and Position of Trust 9.1 The Shires acknowledges all adults working with children and people are in positions of trust in relation to the children and young people in their care. A relationship of trust can be described where one party is in a position of power or influence over the other by virtue of their work or the nature of their activity. All staff must recognise the power this can give them over those they care for and the responsibility they must exercise as a consequence of this relationship. Please see ‘Guidance for Safer Working Practice for Adults who Work with Children and Young People in Education Settings’, 2015. 9.2 All staff must uphold public trust in the teaching profession and maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school, by: Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to the member of staff’s professional position Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions Child Centred Approach 10.1 The Shires and staff recognise and understand that effective safeguarding systems are child centred. Children and young people in our school are clear what they want from an effective safeguarding system, we know this via our regular children and young people questionnaire feedback. 10.2 All our children want to be respected, their views to be heard, to have stable relationships with professionals built on trust and for consistent support provided for their individual needs. This guides the behaviour of our staff. Anyone working with children should see and speak to the child; listen to what they say; take their views seriously; and work with them collaboratively when deciding how to support their needs. A child-centred approach is supported by: The Equality Act 2010 which puts a responsibility on public authorities to have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination and promote equality of opportunity. No child or group of children must be treated any less favourably than others in being able to access effective services which meet their particular needs; and
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