Child Safety at Preshil

Preshil is committed to the creation and maintenance of a child-safe school environment. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse. All actions and programs will maintain high ethical standards and comply with child safety standards and child protection reporting guidelines. All risk assessments should have a child safe focus.

As part of our Child Safety program we ask that job applicants complete this questionnaire to indicate their understanding of and core beliefs in relation to child safety in schools. Please complete this form prior to your interview at the school.

Applicant Details

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Last Name *

Email Address

Safeguarding Children Questions

What are your core beliefs and values in relation to working with children and young people?

What are the key points in your awareness and understanding of child protection?

Why did you leave your previous position?

What do you find most rewarding about working with children and young people?

What do you find most challenging about working with children and young people?

How would you handle a child who is behaving in a manner that is disruptive in a group setting?

How would you deal with a child or a young person who is acting agressively?

Have you ever lost your temper working with children or young people?

What was the trigger for this?

What was the outcome?

How would you respond to a child who disclosed that they were subjected to abuse?

What would you do if you thought another staff member or volunteer was harming a child or young person?

How would you handle a child who appears sad and refuses to participate in activities?

Have you ever had any disciplinary action taken against you in relation to your working with children and young people?

A parent of a child attending your school wants someone from the organisation to care for their child out of hours. What would be your response to this request?

How do you think your peers, supervisors and referees would describe the way you work with children and young people?

Are there any children who you would not wish to work with and if so why?

Tell us about your professional experiences, competencies and qualifications in relation to work with children and young people

Thank you for responding to this questionnaire. We look forward to meeting you at the scheduled interview time.