10. Concluding thoughts

What did I learn?

Here are a few questions to get you started, and promote your reflection of the topics and concepts that were explored in this Child Safeguarding scenario:

  • How do you ensure your practice is not based on routine or guesswork?
  • What approaches and/or key concepts have you found particularly useful?
  • What questions remain?

Summary

In this section you have:

  • Reviewed a referral document, and logged your initial thoughts and concerns
  • Examined points that relate to S14, S15 and S17A of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and the purpose of the Children's Act 2014
  • Created a family genogram to get an overview of the relationship between people involved
  • Examined photographic evidence, whilst considering aspects of anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice
  • Considered different approaches to communicating with the parties involve, being considerate and professional
  • Reflected on how to arrange and plan a visit
  • Explored a family home, with the aim of stretching and developing your skills in Child Safeguarding enquiry and assessment

Actions

  • Take a moment to reflect on this whole scenario:
    • Your journey through this learning space
    • The resources and activities that you've attempted
  • Fill in row 9 of your reflection document

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