A child in need of protection is a child that a Children’s Aid Society (CAS) thinks has been harmed or is at risk of being harmed because of something that their parent or caregiver has done or not done.
What does it mean when a child is in need?
A child in need is defined under the Children Act 1989 as a child who is unlikely to achieve or maintain a reasonable level of health or development, or whose health and development is likely to be significantly or further impaired, without the provision of services; or a child who is disabled.
What is an example of child protection?
These include: recognising and responding to abuse. responding to allegations of abuse made against a child. recruiting the right people to work and volunteer with children.
What is meant by child protection?
Child protection is part of the safeguarding process. It focuses on protecting individual children identified as suffering or likely to suffer significant harm. This includes child protection procedures which detail how to respond to concerns about a child.
How long does a child protection plan take?
How long will my child have a child protection plan for? Usually a child will require a child protection plan for no longer than two years. By that stage the work undertaken with the family usually means that the child is no longer at risk.
How serious is a child in need plan?
‘Child in need’ is a less serious category of case that requires less intensive support.
Reclassified cases.
| Type of abuse | Social workers who felt pressured to reclassify one of these cases |
|---|---|
| Neglect | 84% |
| Emotional abuse | 74% |
| Physical abuse | 32% |
What are the 2 main laws for child protection?
There are many different policies and legislation out there regarding safeguarding children, as it is such a fundamental aspect of education and childcare. The key pieces of legislation that you might be aware of are: The Children Act 1989 (as amended). The Children and Social Work Act 2017.
Why would a child be put on the child protection register?
The criteria for registration is that the child/young person is suffering or is likely to suffer from significant harm and requires a Child Protection Plan to safeguard the child/young person from harm.
What happens during a child in need meeting?
The Meeting
The social worker will have a draft plan (developed as a result of the Single Assessment) for discussion and development at the CIN Planning Meeting. The meeting must consider the needs of the family and work towards formulating a clear plan. The family should play a key role in this.
What is a Section 47 in child protection?
Purpose of Section 47 Enquiries
A Section 47 Enquiry is initiated to decide whether and what type of action is required to safeguard and promote the welfare of a child who is suspected of, or likely to be, suffering significant harm.
What are the child protection issues?
Both girls and boys in India face early marriage, domestic abuse, sexual violence, violence at home and in school, trafficking, online violence, child labour and bullying. All forms of violence, abuse and exploitation have long-lasting consequences on children’s lives.
What happens after a child protection plan?
The child protection review meeting
After the initial child protection plan is made, a review is usually held within two or three months. If the plan continues, then more reviews will take place every six months.
What happens if you refuse a child in need plan?
A child in need plan is the level below child protection. It is voluntary but if you don’t engage then social services may escalate your case to child protection. It also looks like you have something to hide.
Can social services take my child away? Social services will usually only take a child away from their parents if they believe that the child is at risk of harm or neglect in their current circumstances.
What are the common reasons social services would want to remove a child from a family? There are many reasons why a child could be removed from their home and placed outside of family and friends, but common reasons include abuse, neglect, illness, or abandonment.
Aside from food, water, and shelter, kids also need to have fun. The social worker will look for some toys, or other items that belong to your kids. Don’t panic if your children’s room is a little messy, the social worker is only making sure they have a livable space in your home.
What is the difference between safeguarding and child protection?
In short terms, safeguarding is what we do to prevent harm, while child protection is the way in which we respond to harm.
What are the 3 R’s in child protection?
So remember, recognise it, record it, report it, refer it. Want more? Want to keep on top of your safeguarding obligations, join Kate and other child protection professionals in The Safeguarding Association community.
What comes after a child in need?
After a child in need assessment is completed. Child in need plans and extra support. Children thought to be at risk of harm.
What is a Section 17 in child protection?
Section 17 of the Act places a general duty on all local authorities to ‘safeguard and promote the welfare of children within their area who are in need. ‘ Basically, a ‘child in need’ is a child who needs additional support from the local authority to meet their potential.
What Social Services Cannot Do. Social services cannot remove your child from your home without an order by the court, your consent, or a Police Protection Order. Additionally, social services cannot decide what will happen to your child or place your child in permanent foster care without a court’s decision.
What are the 6 principles of safeguarding children?
What are the six principles of safeguarding?
- Empowerment. People being supported and encouraged to make their own decisions and informed consent.
- Prevention. It is better to take action before harm occurs.
- Proportionality. The least intrusive response appropriate to the risk presented.
- Protection.
- Partnership.
- Accountability.
Can I refuse a child protection plan?
Unfortunately, as a parent, there is nothing that you can do to prevent your child being placed on a child protection plan. Whilst you can make your views known at conference, you cannot stop it from happening if all of the professionals are of the view that it is necessary.
Re: Can social workers just enter and search your home
Only the police can do this, and even they have to have a search warrant from a judge. You have every right to refuse any social service people admission to your home.
Social services do not have the authority to decide when to remove a child. If they believe the child to be at risk of significant harm, they can’t remove the child from the home unless a court order has been granted.
What is a child protection order UK?
A Child Protection Order is a court order granted by a Sheriff when it is believed a child is likely to be harmed or has suffered significant harm and needs to be immediately moved to keep them safe.
What can cause children to be removed from the home?
There are 7 main reasons CPS can take your child.
- Physical violence. The goal of removing a child from the home is to keep the child safe from any immediate harm.
- Sexual abuse.
- Drug Use.
- Abandonment & Extreme Neglect.
- Environmental danger.
- Inadequate Care.
- Medical Abuse.
What is a child in need?
A child in need is defined under the Children Act 1989 as a child who is unlikely to achieve or maintain a reasonable level of health or development, or whose health and development is likely to be significantly or further impaired, without the provision of services; or a child who is disabled.
How long is a child in need plan?
Most Child in Need Plans will envisage that Children’s Services intervention will end within twelve months. However, some children and families may require longer term support, for example where children have significant and longstanding disabilities.
If they suspect a child might be at risk of harm, they have to look into the child’s situation and take steps to keep them safe. They might decide to put the child on a protection plan. They may interview or medically examine your child without you present.
What are the 2 main laws for child protection?
There are many different policies and legislation out there regarding safeguarding children, as it is such a fundamental aspect of education and childcare. The key pieces of legislation that you might be aware of are: The Children Act 1989 (as amended). The Children and Social Work Act 2017.
Which is the most common reason for child protection action?
Emotional abuse and neglect remain top reasons children are within the child protection system.
What are the 5 main safeguarding issues?
What are Safeguarding Issues? Examples of safeguarding issues include bullying, radicalisation, sexual exploitation, grooming, allegations against staff, incidents of self-harm, forced marriage, and FGM. These are the main incidents you are likely to come across, however, there may be others.
What are the ten types of abuse?
The Care and support statutory guidance identifies ten types of abuse, these are:
- Physical abuse.
- Domestic violence or abuse.
- Sexual abuse.
- Psychological or emotional abuse.
- Financial or material abuse.
- Modern slavery.
- Discriminatory abuse.
- Organisational or institutional abuse.
What happens at child In need meeting?
The Meeting
The social worker will have a draft plan (developed as a result of the Single Assessment) for discussion and development at the CIN Planning Meeting. The meeting must consider the needs of the family and work towards formulating a clear plan. The family should play a key role in this.
What are the stages of child protection?
Initial child protection conference
share information. assess if the child is likely to suffer significant harm, which category of harm, and whether the harm is due to the care they are receiving. decide if the child needs a child protection plan. devise an outline multi-agency protection plan.