Examples of Child Protection Officer in a sentence
If necessary, they should speak to the Designated Child Protection Governor (Chair of Governors) or the LA Designated Child Protection Officer (LADO) via the DSL, if they are not the same person – see Whistleblowing Policy.
The Child Protection Officer should ensure all practical arrangements have been addressed and act as the main contact for dealing with any concerns about the safety and welfare of children whilst away from home.
If a member of staff is uncertain about the answer to a question, or indeed whether they should answer it, they will seek guidance from the Head of School or a Child Protection Officer.
Any safeguarding or child protection issues must be acted upon immediately by informing the Designated Child Protection Officer.
It is essential that the member of staff should explain to the child that the information might need to be passed on to a designated Child Protection Officer who may make a record and follow child protection procedures if necessary.