Safeguarding Policy
Wellthy Clinic
Introduction
Wellthy Clinic believes that it is not only right but essential to create and preserve a safe environment for young people and vulnerable adults. This policy outlines our procedures for protecting people from harm and promoting their safety and well-being. We are committed to promoting children's and adults' welfare by following best practice guidance on safeguarding.
Scope and Purpose
This policy applies to all our employees, contractors, health professionals, and staff who come into contact with children or adults at risk during their work or activities at our clinic.
The purpose of this Safeguarding Policy is to ensure
Compliance with current UK legislation and guidance.
Procedures are in place for safeguarding, identifying and reporting issues.
Children are defined as people under the age of 18, and Adults at risk are People aged 18 or over who are unable to protect themselves from harm or exploitation due to their age, physical or mental disability, or other circumstances.
Safeguarding Principles
We are committed to the following safeguarding principles:
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Early identification and intervention are key to protecting people from harm.
Empowering children and adults at risk to speak out is essential.
Working with others to safeguard people is vital.
Learning from experience is crucial for improving safeguarding practice.
Safeguarding Procedures
Reporting concerns: All staff and health professionals must report any concerns about the safety or welfare of a child or adult at risk to their manager or an appropriate Wellthy Clinic representative.
Risk assessment: We will conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks to children and adults at risk and implement appropriate measures to manage those risks.
Training: All staff and health professionals who come into contact with children or adults at risk will receive appropriate safeguarding training.
Safe recruitment: Wellthy Clinic will carry out rigorous background checks on all staff and health professionals who work with children or adults at risk.
Managing disclosures: We will ensure that we maintain and manage disclosures of abuse or neglect.
Sharing information: Wellthy Clinic will share information with other appropriate agencies or authorities when necessary to safeguard children and adults at risk.
Review and update
This policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect changes in legislation and safeguarding practices.
Contact information
For more information about safeguarding, please get in touch with us by email or speak to a staff member at our clinic.
Wellthy Clinic Ltd
Our Clinic: 63 New Cavendish Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 7LP
This policy was last updated on 14th November 2023