Children with Disabilities
27. Identifying the perpetrator
A child with a disability may be in contact with many people so if the perpetrator is not known, it may be much harder to identify them. Within any risk management plan it is essential to consider everyone providing care to the child. Whilst the investigation is ongoing and the perpetrator of the abuse has not been identified, it may be that alternative carers are sought. (Blackpool Council, 2024)
How many different people can you think of that may have contact with a child with disabilities?
There may be:
- Foster carers
- Parents
- Family members
- Support workers
- Social workers
- Respite staff
- Care workers
- Therapists
- Education staff
- Escorts
- Drivers
- and all the other people the child is in contact with