Session Overview

Learning Objectives

• Describe the different forms of child maltreatment (physical, emotional, sexual abuse and neglect)

• Describe how common child maltreatment is and the impact it can have on a child or young person

• Indicate what you should do if you do have concerns about child maltreatment; including local policies and procedures, who to contact and where to obtain further advice and support

• Identify the importance of sharing information and the consequences of failing to do so

• Identify what to do if you feel that your concerns are not being taken seriously or you experience any other barriers when referring a child/family

• Describe the risks associated with the internet and online social networking

• Identify what the term 'looked-after child' means

• Recognise possible signs of child maltreatment that you might come across in your work

• Identify how to seek appropriate advice, report concerns and feel confident that you have been listened to

• Indicate a willingness to listen to children and young people and to act on their issues and concerns

• Show an awareness of the impact of female genital mutilation (FGM), domestic violence and a carer's mental/physical health on a child

• Show an awareness that vulnerable children and young people may be susceptible to radicalisation (PREVENT programme)