To demonstrate our commitment to safeguarding children, we pledge to:
- ensure that children are visible, their voices heard and their needs, views and wishes addressed
- recognise that some children may be more vulnerable due to their age, specific needs or home circumstances
- always act in the best interests of children
- act without delay to protect children from harm and abuse
- strengthen relationships with families and provide early help before a child's needs escalate
- follow local multi-agency procedures to escalate concerns until there is an appropriate solution
- share information promptly to support a collective and holistic assessment of a child's needs
- meet all mandatory training requirements, regularly updating our professional knowledge and applying any learning to practice