Safeguarding
Safeguarding underpins every aspect of our work.
Every interaction is guided by our commitment to safeguarding, dignity and respect, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to move forward with confidence.
Staff training
All staff receive training in:
- Safeguarding
- Child exploitation
- Missing children
- Prevent
- Online safety
- Trauma-informed practice
- Professional boundaries
- First aid
- De-escalation
Working in partnership
The best outcomes come from strong multi-agency collaboration.
Children are actively involved in planning wherever possible, and we maintain regular communication with everyone involved in a young person’s care. We work closely with:
- Local Authorities
- Police
- Education providers
- Health services
- CAMHS
- Youth Justice Services
- Families, where appropriate
Equality and inclusion
Every child is treated fairly.
Starling is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Every child will be treated fairly regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, culture, language or background.
Full policies are available on request to commissioning authorities and partner agencies.