Safeguarding Policy

Safeguarding is the proactive approach to keeping children, young people or, adults who might be at risk, safe from harm. The Farthings Foundation has a duty of care and we are committed to protecting those who use our services in addition to promoting their welfare and well-being by taking all reasonable steps to ensure that any risk of harm is minimised.

We are committed to ensuring that:

• The welfare of children, young people and adults at risk is paramount and they have the right to protection from abuse.
• We take all reasonable and practical steps to protect from harm, discrimination, or any degrading treatment.
• All concerns and allegations of poor practice or abuse are taken seriously and responded to appropriately.
• All employees and volunteers are carefully selected, informed about their responsibility and provided with guidance concerning good safeguarding practice.
• Everyone understands what their responsibilities comprise and work together for the safeguarding of all involved.

If you have any reason to be concerned about The Farthings Foundation you should report your concern to the NSPCC 24-hour safeguarding line on 0808 800 5000. If you believe someone is at immediate risk of harm or abuse you should contact the Police or Social Services.