Example safeguarding policy statement

Every organisation that works with children needs to have a safeguarding and child protection policy statement, which sets your commitment to protecting children from harm.

We've created this example, which you should tailor according to the context of your organisation. It should be used in conjunction with our information on safeguarding policies and procedures. In addition to an overarching policy statement your organisation should have a set of detailed policies and procedures which explain the steps adults within your organisation must take to keep children safe.

These include:

• recognising and responding to abuse
• responding to allegations of abuse made against a child
• recruiting the right people to work and volunteer with children
• preventing and responding to bullying
• responding to concerns about online abuse
• ensuring photographs and images of children are taken, stored and shared appropriately
• whistleblowing.

You must make sure all adults and children are aware of, understand and can access your safeguarding policies.