Remember the essentials
The role of most staff in safeguarding is simple. It is to notice possible indicators (see Module 1, Unit 4), listen and act if there is a concern.
Think again about your safeguarding responsibilities and what you would do.
Make some notes in your Notepad, before using the Next item button to see some examples that you might have considered.
Listen
Always accept what has been said without judgement.
Don't question or investigate yourself.
Never promise confidentiality.
Act
Write down your concern or what you have been told.
If arising from a conversation, this report should be verbatim and include relevant contextual information, such as the time and date.
Sign the report and take it directly to the Designated Person.