Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused or harmed
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Case Study
Imagine that you are good friends with one of the parents in your setting and sometimes baby sit for her. On one such occasion, you notice a bruise on the child’s back and, when questioned, the child tells you that her father hit her. You feel awkward about approaching the child’s mother to report what you have heard, but know that you cannot ignore it.
- How will you deal with the disclosure from the child?
- What do you imagine the outcome will be?
It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the response you have chosen to this scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague and ask them to tell you if they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your assessor.