The safety and welfare of children and adults with whom Jigsaw Group has direct involvement will remain a priority as expected under National Legislative Frameworks.
The Care Act 2014 and its related statutory guidance clearly details housing as a key partner of the Local Authority when considering a person’s care and support. The Childrens Act 1989 and 2004 both state that the protection of children is paramount.
These significant national legislative frameworks underpin Jigsaw Group activity as an organisation that will come into contact across the spectrum of all ages from birth to older people. Jigsaw Group and its contractors will strive to provide a safe environment for any children and adults at risk who are accessing its services.
Jigsaw Group will continue to contribute to wider safeguarding agendas with a clear focus on partnership working with statutory and voluntary sector service providers to protect and prevent harm within the various legislative frameworks applicable to the group.
The Jigsaw Group approach is detailed in this policy which has been developed with reference to national legislation and safeguarding guidance and good practice drawn from other agencies and social housing providers.
