Working Together to Safeguard Children

New child friendly version: Working together to Safeguard Children

The DfE has published a version of Working Together to Safeguard Children for children and young people. This illustrated guide uses simple language to explain how different people and organisations work together to help, support and protect children. The guide outlines the importance of listening to children and ensuring that their views are taken seriously and they are involved in decisions.

It also explains:

• What safeguarding is and why it is important
• What to expect during safeguarding processes like child protection conferences.
• How schools, sports clubs and community groups all need to support safeguarding and offer support
• Real life examples to show how early help and safeguarding can make a big difference.
• What they can expect from professionals, including being treated with respect, being kept informed, and having their rights protected.
• How and why information about them is shared.

An animated guide to Working Together to Safeguard Children for children and young people