Tutor Update Back to Basics Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

Back to Basics Quiz I would only touch a child if: I am administering first aid I am providing comfort I am managing challenging behaviour I am demonstrating a coaching technique All of the above are legitimate reasons for touching a child: A – where appropriate B – age appropriate C – last resort but appropriate if child is damaging property or is risking themselves or others by their behaviour D – use other techniques if available but check with child and explain to them what you intend to do Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

I would always involve and update the club committee if there is a well being or welfare concern about a child in the club No. I am the Club CPO and I should manage the situation. Yes, and I should provide the committee with details. Yes, but I should only update the relevant members of the club committee who have oversight for safeguarding matters Yes, but I should limit the information provided to respect the right of the child to confidentiality. Answer C and D Remainder of the committee may be informed of the outcome but should not be involved throughout Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

We should allow coaches/volunteers in our club to use texting or social media to communicate with our junior members No, it’s too risky for both the children and the adults No, all communications relating to junior members, (outside of training/fixtures) should be via their parents Yes, mobiles and social media are here to stay and can be an effective tool if used appropriately Yes, but we should get permission from the parents to communicate with junior members by mobile or social media Answer C and D. Fine assuming parameters, parental permission is sought and Facebook pages etc. are monitored Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

I should only act if a child is at risk of harm from within the club, I am not responsible for addressing issues arising for a child outside of the club I am not responsible for concerns originating outside of the club, the school and social services have a duty to act on concerns about a child’s welfare I am not responsible for concerns originating outside of the club as I’m not equipped or skilled enough to deal with issues that a child might be experiencing at home I’m an adult and I should respond to any concerns I have about the welfare of a child Answer C – mention ‘It’s everyone’s responsibility’… also remind them of National Guidance and expectation of sport’s role in safeguarding children Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

How often should our club safeguarding policies be reviewed? Every time there is a safeguarding matter and the policies are used If there are legislation changes that need updating Every three years Every five years Answer B and C. Important to do a review/debrief process if responding to safeguarding concern. Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

As our coaches are all PVG scheme members I know that if there are any new convictions we will be informed Yes, the PVG scheme ensures all new conviction information is automatically forwarded to the individual’s club No, the PVG scheme only ensures that the club is informed if Disclosure Scotland is considering adding the individual to the barred from working with children list Answer B. Note club only informed if registered an interest in the individual. Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

Yes, it is a legal requirement As a club it is a legal requirement to conduct a PVG update check every three years Yes, it is a legal requirement No, it is not a legal requirement but it is good practice Answer B. PVG update check also relevant if individual arriving in your club and is already a PVG member. Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

If I escalate a child protection concern to the police they can investigate, even if the individual making the allegation doesn’t want to speak to the police No, if the individual does not want to co-operate with the police they can not investigate Yes, the police are able to conduct an investigation even if the individual does not want to co-operate Answer B. Good to try and encourage the individual raising allegation to inform police but can do this if they intend not to. Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

The number of children on Scotland’s child protection register The number of children on Scotland’s child protection register* as at 31st July 2013 was: 900 1,300 2,700 4, 100 * Children's Social Work Statistics Scotland, 2012-13 Answer C. There has been a 31% increase in numbers on Scotland’s child protection register since 2000, (2000 = 2100). Discuss why this might be ? Substance misuse, child trafficking, FGM, neglect etc. Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

I should only be left alone with a child if: The child is otherwise at risk of harm I am administering first aid I am transporting a child I am accompanying a child to the toilet facilities Answer A, B, C and D. A – e.g. do not leave alone at end of training B – ideally first aid treatment would occur in open environment rather than closed room C – ideally two adults but not always practical – child in back seat, parents permission first etc. D – this might be appropriate depending on age or location of toilets Registered Scottish Charity No: SC016092

Open Forum Opportunity to discuss recent experience of SPC delivery. Any recurring questions/issues from participants ? Any areas of the course that you would like more information on ? Thoughts on a self assessment process for future tutors to establish safeguarding knowledge before embarking on SPC training delivery?

Updates

Information Sharing Introduction of the Fair Processing Notice (FPN) Individuals informed of the FPN as part of recruitment process It states that a club and governing body can share information with each other where there is a concern about an adult in relation to the welfare/well being of a child or young person The adult may be in regulated work or is simply a member of the club Information normally shared between the registered Child Protection Officers of the club and governing body Key Messages Often been unclear about who you can tell if there is a concern about the conduct of an adult in your club towards a child. Clarity provided by the introduction of the Fair Processing Notice. Though we have been discussing abuse the FPN applies to any concerns about an adult’s conduct around children from poor conduct and misconduct to abuse. Child’s welfare is paramount.

A reminder Grounds for referral met: Under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups legislation a club has a legal duty to make a referral to Disclosure Scotland when the grounds for referral have been met: Grounds for referral met: Harmed a child or placed a child at risk of harm Engaged in inappropriate conduct involving pornography Engaged in inappropriate conduct of a sexual nature involving a child, or Given inappropriate medical treatment to a child and Been dismissed as a result Even if the person has resigned, left or been transferred to another role (not regulated work) they should still be referred if the grounds of referral are met. Protection of Vulnerable Group (S) Act 2007 Are there any other questions that come up frequently or infrequently that you would be willing to share with the group ? Are there any sections of the training that you find particularly challenging or difficult to manage ? Referral made by completing a ‘PVG Scheme Referral to Disclosure Scotland’ form: www.disclosurescotland.co.uk

In Safe Hands Level 2 is live ! Great training ! The course is focused on the information that CPOs need to have and provided a useful setting to consider best practice. Extremely useful session with lots of relevant information Great course and relevant for leisure providers too. When asked, ‘How relevant is the material for a Club CPO’, 99% of respondents indicated that it was ‘Very Relevant’

Assessing Suitability Course Content Recruitment process Interpreting vetting information Information Sharing Assessing Suitability Case scenarios Responding to Concerns Disciplinary process Disclosure Scotland Referral Managing Misconduct

Case Scenarios 2 x Scenarios from ISH 2

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