Why Multi-Agency Working Is Non-Negotiable in Safeguarding
Effective safeguarding depends on strong partnerships. No single agency holds all the information, insight or authority to keep people safe alone. Siloed working creates blind spots — and in safeguarding, blind spots can cost lives.
🤝 Safeguarding Is a Shared Responsibility
Commissioners expect to see joined-up working in tenders. That means:
- Clear referral pathways between your service and local safeguarding teams
- Evidence of active participation in safeguarding enquiries and strategy meetings
- Protocols for information sharing in line with GDPR and the Care Act
🔄 What Good Collaboration Looks Like
Multi-agency working means regular, transparent communication — not just one-off contacts. Describe how you:
- Take part in multi-agency reviews and share learning
- Proactively liaise with social workers, CQC, advocacy, and police
- Respond to safeguarding concerns even when raised outside your service
📢 Prove It in Practice
To score well in tenders, you’ll need to back this up with examples:
- Named safeguarding lead who coordinates with external agencies
- Staff trained in inter-agency processes and referral tools
- Case studies where multi-agency input improved outcomes
Multi-agency working is the backbone of effective safeguarding. Make sure your bid reflects it.
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Updated for Procurement Act 2023 • CQC-aligned • BASE-aligned (where relevant)