Getting it right for every child & young person in Highland: interagency practice model & child protection procedures 2024
The child’s experience, views and needs are central within child protection processes. Talking with and listening to children means attention not only to their words, but also to their experience, needs, wishes and feelings. Listening includes attention to non-verbal communication, and to physical and behavioural responses to their care and environment. Understanding communication involves consideration of the timing and context of expressed words and feelings.
Children should be involved in decision-making in ways that are attuned to the needs and understanding of each child.