Allegations Made Against Foster Carers and How to Safeguard

Learning outcomes

• Understand the history of joint working.
• Know who will investigate for different types of allegation (Complaints procedure/Sec 47 investigation).
• State what to do should an allegation be made against them.
• Understand how/why investigation is conducted & under what power.
• Appreciate the possible reality should an allegation be made.
• Understand the reality for placements should an allegation be made.
• Explain how to safeguard yourself from false allegations.
• Recognise the availability of other agencies to compliment the support network.

Types of material used: Handouts, didactic input, PowerPoint, group discussions, Q& A sessions, scenarios

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