Safeguarding Scenario: Abuse Linked to Faith and Belief

Train staff on abuse linked to faith and belief, a harmful practice that includes adult belief in witchcraft or other spirits as a part of the child abuse. Included in this download is one fictional safeguarding scenario where a pupil joins your setting but ends up in a private fostering situation where abuse linked to faith and belief is occurring. The scenario is gender-neutral and suitable for both primary and secondary settings.

Also included is a guided walkthrough for the DSL or safeguarding training lead which lets you check whether staff can spot the signs of abuse linked to faith and belief as well as ensuring staff know how to respond, report and record effectively. It's ideal to use as a discussion point in a staff meeting or INSET. It can also be used in response to safeguarding trends or concerns in your setting to build staff understanding of keeping children safe.

Fully aligned to KCSIE 2024, this scenario is also available as part of the Safeguarding Training Pack - Summer Term.