Y/601/1695 333 Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children andyoung people

Unit aim

 This unit provides the knowledge and understanding required to support the safeguarding ofchildren and young people. The unit contains material on e-safety.

Learning outcomes

There are seven learning outcomes to this unit. The learner will be able to:

1. Understand the main legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding childrenand young people

2. Understand the importance of working in partnership with other organisations to safeguardchildren and young people

3. Understand the importance of ensuring children and young people’s safety and protection inthe work setting

4. Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused or harmed

5. Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been bullied

6. Understand how to work with children and young people to support their safety and wellbeing

7. Understand the importance of e-safety for children and young people