Child Protection & Safeguarding
Children First, National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017,
applies to all those working in a voluntary or paid capacity with children and families.
It outlines the roles and responsibilities in relation to recognising, responding and
reporting child protection and welfare concerns.
Early Years Educators are mandated under Children First to inform Tusla when they
have reasonable grounds for concern that a child is being, may have been, or is at
risk of being abused or neglected. The National Vetting Bureau Act 2012-2016
makes it mandatory for persons working with children or vulnerable adults to be
vetted.
For more information click on link:- http://www.tusla.ie/services/child-protection-
welfare/children-first/