Key features of a safeguarding culture
Key features of a safeguarding culture - Taking safeguarding seriously
The video on this screen features a safeguarding development officer talking about how safeguarding can be embedded within an organisation's culture.
Whilst watching, think about how safeguarding is embedded into your organisation's culture.
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After watching the video read the question, then type your answer into the text box. Select the Save button when you have finished.
What can senior managers do to show that they are taking safeguarding seriously?
In order to demonstrate that they are taking safeguarding seriously, senior managers can, amongst other things:
- Ensure that all staff have the time and resources to fulfil their safeguarding responsibilities.
- Ensure that the organisation's policies, procedures and systems are up to date and effective by reviewing them regularly.
- Ensure that appropriate training and development resources are available to all staff.
- Ensure that all staff have the support that they need from the organisation to carry out their duties effectively.
- Involve staff and learners in the creation and review of the organisation's approach to safeguarding.
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Key features of a safeguarding culture - Key features of a safeguarding culture
Select the Play button to start the video.
After you have watched the video read the question, then type your answer into the text box. Select the Save button when you have finished.
How has safeguarding become embedded into your organisation's culture? What else could be done to improve it?
Jenny talks mainly about colleges, but much of what is said can be applied to ACL and WBL providers too. The basic principles of safeguarding remain the same - and an effective culture can help ensure a safer learning environment for everyone. Write any further thoughts in your Notepad.
There are many key features of an effective culture in which safeguarding is included. These are discussed on the following screen.