Guardians of Care: Understanding Safeguarding in Health and Social Care

Guardians of Care: Understanding Safeguarding in Health and Social Care

Starter activity 

Create as many words as you can from the word safeguarding

Lesson intent

At the end of the lesson you will understand the concept of safeguarding in health and social care, its importance, and the principles and role it plays in this field.

What do you already know about safeguarding in health and social care?

What is Safeguarding?

Safeguarding involves protecting the health, well-being, and human rights of individuals, allowing them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect.

Importance of Safeguarding

Safeguarding is crucial in health and social care to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals, promoting their dignity and rights.

6 Principles of Safeguarding for Adults

1. Empowerment 

2. Prevention 

3. Proportionality 

4. Protection 

5. Partnership 

6. Accountability

Task

Research the 6 principles and write an outline to show what each one means in relation to safeguarding

2 Principles of Safeguarding for Children

1. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility

2. Child-centred approach

Role of Safeguarding in Health and Social Care

Safeguarding involves identifying and addressing risks, promoting the well-being of individuals, and providing support and protection when needed.

Interactive Quiz: Adult Safeguarding

Multiple-choice quiz to test understanding of the 6 principles of safeguarding for adults.

Case Study: Safeguarding in Practice

Present a real-life case study involving safeguarding issues in a health and social care setting.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

Any questions?