What should be referred to the LADO? The LADO should be alerted to all cases in which it is alleged that a person who works with children has: behaved in a way that has harmed, or may have harmed, a child. possibly committed a criminal offence against children, or related to a child.
What would you refer to Lado?
The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) is the person who should be notified when it’s been alleged that someone who works with children has: behaved in a way which has harmed or might harm a child. possibly committed a criminal offence against a child.
What is lado process?
Any allegation against a person who works with children should be reported immediately to a senior manager within the organisation. The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) should be informed within one working day of all allegations that come to an employer’s attention or that are made directly to the police.
How do I complete a lado referral?
Making a referral to LADO
Referrals to the LADO should be made by a designated senior manager, within one working day of being made aware of the allegation. Use the downloadable form to make a referral.
Is lado a safeguarding?
Safeguarding children is everybody’s responsibility. All staff members have a responsibility to report a concern if they believe a member of staff has behaved inappropriately towards a child. All concerns should be escalated to senior management and/or the LADO.
Who can complain to Lado?
In normal circumstances the LADO will be contacted by the Designated Safeguarding Lead or Senior Safeguarding Lead for the organisation which employs the individual/s of concern. It is important to note that anyone can contact the LADO if they are concerned about a person’s conduct with children.
What is the purpose of Lado?
The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) works within Children’s Services and gives advice and guidance to employers, organisations and other individuals who have concerns about the behaviour of an adult who works with children and young people.
What happens with a lado referral?
These referrals can result in a note on future DBS checks and could have an impact on the professional/ volunteer’s future career. In such circumstances a strategy discussion with the police ort employer may be indicated to agree immediate action.
What happens if a safeguarding is raised against you?
If an allegation is made against you or a member of your family you will be notified verbally and in writing. The allegation will be investigated fairly and confidentially in line with the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Children Procedures (see Multi-Agency Allegations Procedure).
What is a PIPoT referral?
PIPoT is the process for decision if a disclosure needs to be made to the employer or registering body of a person working in a position of trust with adults at risk.
Why would you report to the Lado?
The criteria for making a report to the LADO are that an individual in the workplace may have: Behaved in a way that has harmed, or may have harmed a child. Possibility committed a criminal offence against or related to a child. Behaved towards children in a way that indicates they may pose a risk of harm to them.
What criteria need to be met before you make a safeguarding referral?
A referral should be made to MASH when:
- A child or young person makes a clear allegation of abuse;
- A child has been abandoned;
- Further concerns have arisen in relation to an open case to Children’s Social Care;
- Concerns of significant harm have risen for a child receiving a service as a Child in Need;
They provide advice and guidance to employers and voluntary organisations that have concerns about a person who may have behaved inappropriately when working or volunteering with children and young people, or if information has been received that may constitute an allegation.
What are the 5 P’s of safeguarding?
The Five key principles are known as the 5 P’s:
- Prevention.
- Paramountcy.
- Partnership.
- Protection.
- Parental Responsibility.
What is classed as safeguarding issue?
A child or young person safeguarding concern is when they are living in circumstances where there is a significant risk of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional or neglect).
What are the 3 Ps in safeguarding?
The three P’s of Children’s Rights: Provision, Protection and Participation.
What are the three levels of seriousness for complaint assessment?
- Low severity.
- Medium severity.
- High severity.
What are the three typical stages of complaint investigation?
Complaints Investigation Toolkit
- Step 1: Assessment. Make sure that you understand the complaint and the products and services that caused the problem or complaint to occur.
- Step 2: Investigation.
- Step 3: Weighing the evidence.
- Step 4: Correcting mistakes.
- Step 5: Putting things right.
- Step 6: Respond.
What Is a Stage 2 complaint?
Stage 2 – Independent Investigation
If you remain dissatisfied following receipt of the Stage 1 response, you can ask for your complaint to be progressed to a review at Stage 2 of the statutory procedure. A request for a Stage 2 review should be made within 20 working days from receipt of the Stage 1 response.
What powers does Lado have?
It explains that the LADO’s key role is to: Provide advice/guidance to employers or voluntary organisations. Liaise with the police and other agencies. Monitor the progress of referrals to ensure they are dealt with as quickly and consistently as possible with a thorough and fair process.
What is the safeguarding designated person responsible for?
The designated safeguarding lead is responsible for ensuring that child protection files are kept up to date. Information should be kept confidential and stored securely. It is good practice to keep concerns and referrals in a separate child protection file for each child.