WorksheetsWorking Together to Safeguard Children
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the main purpose of the Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023) guidance?
To tell parents how to care for their children
To explain how professionals and organisations should work together to keep children safe
To outline punishments for child neglect
Which three safeguarding partners are responsible for leading local arrangements?
Local Authorities, Health (NHS), and Police
Schools, Health Visitors, and Police
Social Workers, Teachers, and Counsellors
What is one key principle of inter-agency working?
Each organisation works independently to avoid confusion
Information should only be shared if everyone gives consent
Professionals must communicate and share information to protect children
Why is “early help” important in safeguarding practice?
It prevents problems from getting worse and supports families before harm occurs
It avoids professionals needing to share information
It allows professionals to delay intervention until more evidence is gathered
If professionals do not share important safeguarding information, what could happen?
Another agency will always step in and take responsibility
The family will automatically be offered more support
The child may continue to be at risk of harm
What should professionals do if they suspect a child is at risk of harm?
Ignore the situation to avoid making a mistake
Share their concerns with relevant safeguarding partners
Wait for more evidence before taking any action
Which of the following best describes effective multi-agency safeguarding?
Agencies working in isolation to protect children
Agencies collaborating and sharing information to ensure children's safety
Only one agency taking responsibility for safeguarding
What is a potential consequence of poor communication between safeguarding partners?
Children may receive better support
Important risks might be missed, putting children in danger
Safeguarding processes become more efficient
Which action best demonstrates a professional's responsibility under safeguarding guidance?
Discussing concerns only with colleagues in their own organisation
Reporting concerns to the appropriate safeguarding lead or agency
Waiting for a child to ask for help before acting
Why is it important for safeguarding partners to review and learn from serious cases?
To improve future safeguarding practice and prevent harm
To reduce the number of agencies involved in safeguarding
To assign blame to individual professionals
