Mantle Kidz aim to create a setting in which children are safe from abuse and in which any suspicion of abuse is promptly and appropriately responded to. As registered childminder’s we have a duty to be aware that abuse in all forms takes place in our society. We are aware of any behavioural and physical signs of abuse and should we have any fears regarding a child’s welfare then we will discuss this with the parents. If we suspect the child is at risk of serious harm then our first concern will be that of the child and we will immediately inform social services. If your child arrives with existing injury we will have to record this in the accident book which will also require an explanation as to how the injury happened and a signature from the parent. If your child has an accident while in our care this is also recorded and a signature is required by the parent. If it’s a serious accident then we would arrange to meet you at the local hospital.
We operate in accordance with Ofsted guidelines. Confidential records kept on children will be shared with Social Services Department. If a report on a child is to be made to the authorities, the child’s parents will be informed on the same day, immediately after the report is made.
Ofsted: 0300 123 1231
Out of Office Hours: 01273 335905
Social Services Info Line: 0845 601 0664
Out of Office Hours: 08458 247247
NSPCC Helpline: 24 hour 0808 800 5000
Emergencies: 999
Non Emergencies: 101
NCMA Info Line: 0800 880 0044
Queen Elizabeth Hospital: 020 8836 6000
If an allegation has been made against any member of staff, an accurate written record will be made to include time, date, place and any witnesses and shall include as much as possible the child’s /adults words.
The matter should be reported to the appropriate person within the setting who shall make a decision about whether or not the allegation indicates that someone has:
- Behaved in a way that has or may have harmed a child
- Possibly committed a criminal offence against or related to a child
- Behaved in a way that indicates he/she is unsuitable to work with children.
Any concerns shall be considered within the context of the four types of abuse, which are Physical, Emotional, Sexual and Neglect. If allegations have been made then we shall contact the Local Authority Designated Officer and discuss the situation.
The contact telephone number for them is 01323 466606.
If you have any questions regarding this matter please ask.
