1. Working with a child of a colleague or someone you know
If you are in a position where concerns are raised about a child of a colleague, or someone you know or are close to, as a professional you are likely to feel:
tension and anxiety
a conflicted sense of loyalty
REMEMBER: the needs of the child are paramount
It is your responsibility to…
Disclose this to your manager
Your Manager should…
Make a decision about whether it is appropriate for you to continue to work on the case
consider the need to secure records