1.5 Qualities that Safeguarding Leads need

The front of tile one says. Visible, approacable, and available. The back of tile one says. It is important that Safeguarding Leads are easy to contact through a range of means – particularly for someone wanting to share their experiences or concerns. A warm and open communication style means they are welcoming to children. The front of tile two says. Trustworthy, discreet and a good listener. The back of tile two says. Any person wanting to report a concern needs to be confident they will be heard, and that the Safeguarding Lead can be trusted to keep information confidential. The front of tile three says. Someone who is unbiased and able to handle a range of issues. The back of tile three says. They should be competent to receive and act on any reported concerns. They should always be fair in how they approach this task. The front of tile four says. Friendly, caring, helpful and supportive. The back of tile four says. People with concerns need assurance that the response they can expect from the person they approach will be supportive. Talking to anyone in these circumstances can be difficult and stressful.