This tool looks at each element of an effective case management process. You can work through the information from start to finish or simply select the areas you want to know more about.
There are a number of things sports organisations can do to reduce the likelihood of safeguarding concerns occurring, such as having clear policies, enforcing codes of conduct and ensuring all staff and volunteers have completed the right safeguarding training.
Case management refers to the process used to address safeguarding concerns. Case management tool part 1 of 8.
Clear reporting procedures will make sure that any safeguarding concerns are passed on in a timely manner. Case management tool part 2 of 8.
Are responsible for making sure that cases are dealt with fairly, equitably. Case management tool part 3 of 8.
Consult with police, children’s social care, designated officers (LADOs) and multi-agency safeguarding hubs if you suspect abuse or other criminal behaviour.
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The process of gathering and clarifying information about reported safeguarding concerns or incidents. Case management tool part 5 of 8.
All of the decisions made in the case management process should put the child’s welfare first. Your decisions should all be defensible and withstand scrutiny.
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Each case needs to be considered to assess the most suitable outcome. Case management tool part 7 of 8.
Everyone should be able to appeal against the outcome of safeguarding and disciplinary processes, and the appeals processes should be separate from any case management group.
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