Revised September 2023

GCP Behavioural Code for Social, Emotional & Mental Health Sessions

JOB TITLE: SEMH Interventionist

In the role of SEMH Interventionist I have a duty of care to the young people I work with therefore the following codes will be adhered to in full

Information to be held under GDPR conditions

Information to always remain confidential, unless to report abuse, concern, danger to self or others, danger to life

Transparency about approach, sessions content & therapeutic approach

Confidentiality for young people within framework of working safely including no breach of duty of care

To inform parents, carers & teachers of any signs of concerning behaviours

To inform parents, carers & teachers of any trigger points raised within session that may need wrap around support

To prioritise the welfare of the young person/people

Provide a safe environment for the young person/people

Ensure equipment is used safely & for its intended purpose

To ensure child has access to facilities needed

To escort child through stairwell / property for hand over; unless already with parent / carer

Modelling positive behaviour

Reporting all challenging behaviours and/or breach of the Behavioural Code

Reporting safeguarding concerns / child protection protocol

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RESPECTING CHILDREN & YOUNG ADULTS

Showing respect at all times

Recognising specific personal boundaries in relation to SEN

Gaining parental/guardian permission where needed

Always allowing access to parents/carers if they so chose

Sharing information transparency with young people so they feel their information is being held safely