Safeguarding
The 6 principles of safeguarding outline the best ways to safeguard vulnerable adults. They underpin what safeguarding is all about: ensuring that the health, wellbeing and human rights of children and vulnerable adults are protected.
1. Empowerment
Empowering vulnerable people to make their own choices through informed consent. I will ensure all vulnerable people have all the necessary information in an objective manner and tailor to their specific needs.
2. Prevention
Preventing neglect, harm and abuse is the core function of safeguarding, which makes prevention the most important element of safeguarding. I will work with an awareness of who may be more likely to become vulnerable So that signs can be acted on as early as possible.
3. Protection
Protection refers to the core act of giving vulnerable people care and support when they need it. From physical to psychological abuse, the Care Act insists that those who deal with safeguarding be fully ready to give people protection through a range of different services and interventions. I will ensure I have the relevant training and knowledge to deal with safeguarding concerns, and protect those at risk.
4. Proportionality
Proportionality in safeguarding means that intervention, support or even just investigation should be done with the least amount of intrusion as possible. This is true when planning preventative safeguarding measures that involve a particular person or when dealing with problems or dangers that may have arisen. I will assess the risk and always act in the best interest of the vulnerable person.
5. Partnerships
Safeguarding should be a communal process rather than the sole responsibility of certain individuals. There are many reasons for this, with the most important being that safeguarding is simply more effective where partnerships are created and incorporated into practice. I will collaborate with organisations and local communities where appropriate to support vulnerable people.
6. Accountability
All actions pertaining to safeguarding should be made clear to relevant authorities, and parties involved should be kept informed too. While information about safeguarding cases is often sensitive and needs to be managed properly, it should not be inaccessible to those who should have it or need to have it. I will recognise, record, respond and report any safeguarding concerns.