Whistleblowing
Whistleblowing is the mechanism by which adults can voice their concerns made in good faith, without fear or repercussion. Each organisation should have a clear and accessible whistleblowing policy that meets the terms of the Public Interest Disclosure 1998.
Adults who use the whistleblowing procedure should be made aware that their employment rights are protected. Chaperones should acknowledge their individual responsibilities to bring matters of concern to the attention of senior management to the organisation they are working or volunteering for or relevant external agencies. This is paramount when the welfare of children may be at risk.
This means that chaperones should:
- report any behaviour by colleagues that raises concern regardless of source