Defensible decision making in safeguarding practice

The safeguarding of children and young people has become increasingly complex in respect of  the children, their families and wider communities. 

Decision making about safeguarding is a core thread of practice for DSLs and safeguarding teams. 

Working with a wide range of professionals and other stake holders there is a need for an alignment of decisions , plans and review. There is also a need for challenge. 

These decisions themselves can be, and are challenged, often from a position of hindsight. 

For colleagues who attended the one hour introductory webinar in July, this session will build on those initial principles with  a view to  clear implementation and use in your provision, safeguarding and whole school approach.

Christine Freestone has a broad experience of education and social care. She is former head teacher, inspector, nurse, and senior leader for children in care with a particular passion for working with SEND. Chris works alongside leaders in supporting them to work within the legal frameworks , always with the child at the centre. She understands the vital role of front-line processes in education settings in keeping children safe and supporting staff in doing so. Her style is one of supporting reflective practice and practitioner/leadership development.