Explain why a “child in need” meeting is important when safeguarding a child.

Assignment
Throughout this assignment, speak in first person and as if you are a police officer where possible
1. Explain what a “child in need” safeguard means.
2. The role the following positions play when they have a “child in need” and what legislation underpins these positions and their practices. These are the professional roles that need to be looked at and explained in terms of what powers (legislation, policies and procedures) they have and what practices they’d follow to safeguard a child or baby under “child in need”:
•Police officer – please pay extra attention to this role
•GP
•Social worker
•Mental health worker.
3. Explain why a “child in need” meeting is important when safeguarding a child.
4. Explain why multi-agency meetings are important.