At Prospr, we are deeply committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and

empowerment of every child under our care. We recognise that safeguarding children

requires steadfast dedication and vigilance from everyone involved. Our commitment

extends to creating an environment that not only protects children but also nurtures

their growth and development.

We are dedicated to promoting a safe environment for children from culturally diverse

backgrounds and for children with disabilities. We understand the importance of

inclusivity and accessibility in protecting children and ensuring that all children,

regardless of their cultural background or abilities, feel valued, respected, and

supported.

We employ various measures to uphold our commitment to child safety:

1) Employee Screening: All of our employees undergo comprehensive background

checks, including Working with Children Check (WWCC) status verification, national

police checks, reference verifications, and additional ongoing relevant assessments.

2) Competence and Development: We prioritise the continuous training, supervision,

and development of our staff. By integrating trauma-informed and culturally sensitive

approaches into our training programs, we ensure that our team is equipped with the

necessary skills and knowledge to deliver the highest standard of care to children,

respecting their unique needs and backgrounds.

3) Communication: We maintain open and transparent communication channels

within our organisation and with external stakeholders. This includes fostering dialogue

between our Therapeutic Youth Workers and their supervisors, as well as facilitating

effective communication between our management team and partner organisations.

We actively seek and value feedback and complaints from our staff, partner

organisations, and most importantly, the children and families we serve, empowering

them to voice their concerns and suggestions. We take all allegations of harm or abuse

seriously, and respond promptly and impartially, irrespective of the source or nature of

the allegation.

4) Organisational Culture: Our organisational culture is centred around the wellbeing

and safety of children. We base our values, policies, procedures, and practices on the

Paramountcy Principle, ensuring that every decision and action prioritises the welfare of

the children we serve. We uphold a zero-tolerance policy against child abuse and

strictly adhere to the principles outlined in the Care Act and other relevant legislation,

comply with the Child Safe Standards, uphold the United Nations Convention on the

Rights of the Child (UNCRC), the Charter of Rights for Children in Out-of-Home Care

(OOHC), and align with the Ten Essential Elements of Therapeutic Care as applicable to

our agency.

Through our unwavering commitment to child safety and empowerment, we strive to

create a nurturing and protective environment where every child can thrive and realise

their full potential.