Safeguarding, Allegations & Safer Care 17th January 2025

As foster carers you have a safeguarding role for the children in your care.

Learn how children may be harmed by others and how to spot the signs of abuse. Understand the reporting role of the foster carer and how to respond to a disclosure.

This course will also provide you with resources available to support you to safeguard your child(ren)

Learn about the processes involved when an allegation is made and what support is available to foster carers through this difficult time.  Discuss why children make allegations. Learn about the new approach to Safer Caring and how to formulate your family’s Safer Caring Policy. Be aware of peer on peer abuse and plan for safety.