Kru Safeguarding Quiz 2018

1.

Who is responsible for safeguarding in the College

A.

The Principal
B.

The Designated Safeguarding Lead
C.

The Chair of Governors
D.

Everyone

Correct Answer
D. Everyone

Explanation
In the context of safeguarding in a college, it is important that everyone takes responsibility for ensuring the safety and well-being of students. Safeguarding is a collective effort that involves all members of the college community, including staff, students, and even parents. Each person has a role to play in identifying and addressing any concerns or risks to the welfare of students. By emphasizing that everyone is responsible for safeguarding, it promotes a culture of vigilance and accountability throughout the college.

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2.

What does CSE stand for?

A.

Children's safety in education
B.

Child sexual exploitation
C.

Child sexual education
D.

Children's Safeguarding Enterprise

Correct Answer
B. Child sexual exploitation

Explanation
CSE stands for Child Sexual Exploitation, which refers to the sexual abuse and manipulation of children for the perpetrator's benefit. It involves various forms of coercion, grooming, and manipulation, leading to the exploitation of children for sexual purposes. This can include activities such as child prostitution, pornography, and trafficking. It is important to raise awareness about CSE to protect children from such heinous crimes and provide them with the necessary support and safeguarding measures.

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3.

If you have a social media presence, what is it important to do? (Tick all that apply

A.

Get as many friends as possible to look popular
B.

Staff should remember to be professional at all times – including dress, language and online communication and staff should not be in personal communication with pupils – including texting, messaging, social networking sites etc.
C.

Privacy settings should be used.
D.

Post comments about work

Correct Answer(s)
B. Staff should remember to be professional at all times – including dress, language and online communication and staff should not be in personal communication with pupils – including texting, messaging, social networking sites etc.
C. Privacy settings should be used.

Explanation
It is important for staff to remember to be professional at all times, including their dress, language, and online communication. They should also avoid personal communication with pupils, including texting, messaging, and social networking sites. Privacy settings should be used to protect personal information.

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4.

Tick those that apply as signs of potential CSE

A.

Unexplained gifts
B.

Change in behaviours
C.

Isolated from friends/family
D.

Still never completing homework.

Correct Answer(s)
A. Unexplained gifts
B. Change in behaviours
C. Isolated from friends/family

Explanation
The signs of potential CSE (Child Sexual Exploitation) include unexplained gifts, change in behaviors, and being isolated from friends and family. Unexplained gifts can indicate that someone is grooming the child for exploitation. A change in behaviors may include sudden mood swings, aggression, or withdrawal. Being isolated from friends and family is a common tactic used by perpetrators to control and manipulate the child. The fact that the individual is still never completing homework is not directly related to signs of potential CSE.

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5.

What does County Lines refer to?

A.

The catchment area being across both City and County means that services are not always accessed appropriately.
B.

College buses only serve the county area and do not go across county lines.
C.

A gang builds a network between an urban hub and county towns and villages, into which drugs are supplied.
D.

Students in the county are less likely to achieve their target P8 score

Correct Answer
C. A gang builds a network between an urban hub and county towns and villages, into which drugs are supplied.

Explanation
County Lines refers to a situation where a gang establishes a network connecting an urban center to towns and villages in the county. This network is used for the supply and distribution of drugs.

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6.

If a student discloses something to me I should

A.

Discuss it with a colleague and then decide what to do
B.

Talk to the DSL about it – KRU
C.

Send an email to the tutor of the student concerned
D.

Write it down, date it, time it, and sign it and hand deliver it to the DSL – KRU

Correct Answer
D. Write it down, date it, time it, and sign it and hand deliver it to the DSL – KRU

7.

What does the Prevent Duty refer to?

A.

Prevent students from being excluded from school
B.

The Counter-terrorism Bill 2015 places a duty on schools and colleges to safeguard pupils from being drawn into terrorism.
C.

Prevent is about stopping miniority religious groups spreading their ideologies.
D.

Prevent is about preventing the use of cannabis.

Correct Answer
B. The Counter-terrorism Bill 2015 places a duty on schools and colleges to safeguard pupils from being drawn into terrorism.

Explanation
The Prevent Duty refers to the duty placed on schools and colleges by the Counter-terrorism Bill 2015 to safeguard pupils from being drawn into terrorism. This means that educational institutions are required to take measures to prevent students from being radicalized or influenced by extremist ideologies. The aim is to identify and address any signs of radicalization early on and provide support and intervention to prevent individuals from engaging in terrorist activities.

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8.

If you become aware of a student who is being privately fostered what should you do?

A.

Inform the DSL by writing the information down, dating it, putting the time and signing it before passing it to them
B.

Tell the tutor.
C.

Email the DSL.
D.

Inform the Head of Year.

Correct Answer
A. Inform the DSL by writing the information down, dating it, putting the time and signing it before passing it to them

9.

What is the difference between Section 17 and Section 47 of The Children Act 1989? Tick all that apply.

A.

There is no difference
B.

I don’t care, that is what KRU needs to know.
C.

Section 47 refers to situations when a crime may have been committed and a child has been intentionally physically harmed, sexually assaulted or wilfully neglected. This information must go immediately to the DSL. Section 17 is still a concern but this is less urgent – the DSL is likely to make a note of this and consider what support can be put in place for the family and young person.

Correct Answer
C. Section 47 refers to situations when a crime may have been committed and a child has been intentionally physically harmed, sexually assaulted or wilfully neglected. This information must go immediately to the DSL. Section 17 is still a concern but this is less urgent – the DSL is likely to make a note of this and consider what support can be put in place for the family and young person.

Explanation
Section 47 of The Children Act 1989 refers to situations where a crime may have been committed and a child has been intentionally physically harmed, sexually assaulted, or wilfully neglected. In these cases, it is crucial to immediately inform the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) so that appropriate action can be taken. On the other hand, Section 17 is also a concern but it is less urgent. In such cases, the DSL is likely to make a note of the situation and consider what support can be provided to the family and the young person.

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10.

If you notice a child is losing weight then you should... Tick all that apply

A.

Offer them some of your biscuits
B.

Ask the child to stay behind at the end of the lesson and have a chat with them
C.

Write down your concerns and observations, time, date and sign it and pass it to the DSL.
D.

Email the tutor with your concerns.

Correct Answer
C. Write down your concerns and observations, time, date and sign it and pass it to the DSL.

Explanation
It is important that there is a centralised record.

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