Right To Confidentiality

It is vital for any member of school staff to recognise worries or concerns at the earliest opportunity to get help. If there are any suspicions of child abuse the case must be reported immediately to LSCB and social service's for them to carry out a full investigation.
In instances where harm or abuse is suspected or alleged, you have to remember that all people concerned (not only the victim) need to be treated with respect and each has their own rights. All parties involved have the right to be investigated through the correct channels and the outcome documented accordingly. Each and every person has the right to confidentially and so anyone involved in any investigation should be reminded of this and maintain absolute confidentiality. Throughout