Reporting a Safeguarding / Child Protection Concern
On discovery of suspected child abuse or neglect, a member of staff or parent / carer must raise this concern with a Bumbles Designated Child Protection Officer.
Report to the Gateway Team without delay 028 90 507000
Record all details appropriately and confidentially. This should be followed up with a formal referral within 24 hours if advised to do so.
If the child is considered to be at risk, a child protection concern CAN be reported to the appropriate agencies without first seeking parental consent.
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Identify training or practice issues
Refer back to staff and / or appropriate personnel.