Safer Organisations

A culture with safeguarding embedded

There are many possible features of a culture that has safeguarding as an integral part. These will vary from organisation to organisation.

Safer recruitment policies are one aspect that help create and maintain a safeguarding culture. They are explored in more depth in Module 3 of this programme.

Think about key features that may be included in such a culture.

Make some notes in your Notepad, before using the Next item button to see some examples that you might have considered.

Key features of a culture with safeguarding embedded may be:

  • Evident commitment from leaders to creating a safer learning environment.

  • Relevant people involved in the development of policies, procedures, systems and guidance.

  • Policies, procedures and systems are in place, widely promoted and effectively implemented.

  • Safeguarding featured prominently in all staff and learner inductions.

  • An acceptance that abuse could happen.

  • Clear procedures for reporting concerns and a commitment to take action.

  • Safer recruitment practices adopted for all appointments.

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Personal support

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Support Me

The following links highlight sources of support for you if you are personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Samaritans A confidential telephone or email listening service if you need to talk about your own experiences.

SupportLine Offers confidential emotional support by telephone, email and post, working to help develop healthy and positive coping strategies. They also keep details of counsellors, agencies and support groups throughout the UK.

Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse (HAVOCA) Provides support, friendship and advice for any adult whose life has been affected by childhood abuse.

Support for Learners

The following links highlight sources of support for learners or anyone else you know who may be personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

ChildLine Offers support, advice and guidance for anyone up to the age of 18 on a variety of topics, including abuse.

Respond A national, free service for children, young people, adults and elders with learning difficulties.

TheSite Young adult oriented searchable website offering support, advice and guidance on a wide range of topics, including abuse.

Information, Advice and Guidance

The following links highlight sources of further information, advice and guidance around the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Ann Craft Trust An organisation focused on safeguarding people with learning disabilities.

Department of Health The Department of Health website contains useful information about safeguarding adults.