Child Protection and Safeguarding Framework

Policy and governance: top-level commitment to safeguarding children is evident. There are clearly articulated polices and procedures with adequate resources devoted to implementation.

Culture and awareness: the organisation communicates its safeguarding policy and practice to all stakeholders and makes it clear where concerns can be raised and guidance sought.

Vetting: there are strong processes to screen employees, contractors and agency staff who come into contact with children.

Products and services: the organisation considers how its products and services might affect the wellbeing of children.

Marketing and communications: a responsible approach to marketing and advertising is taken to avoid any adverse effect on children.

Managing third parties: contractual requirements to have effective safeguarding procedures and adequate safeguarding standards in place are enforced.

Child exploitation: the organisation understands the risks of child exploitation and has policies and procedures in place that take international best practice into account.

Dealing with concerns and incidents: there is training and guidance on how to recognise inappropriate behaviour with systems in place for raising concerns.