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Concern a child may be vulnerable – What to do - Flowchart Concern that a child may be vulnerable Apply the five GIRFEC questions to identify need / risk 1. What is getting in the way of this child or young person’s wellbeing? 2. Do I have all the information I need to help this child or young person? 3. What can I do now to help this child or young person? 4. What can my agency do to help this child or young person? 5. What additional help, if any, may be needed from others? I have all the information I need to determine need or Yes risk for this child No My agency or Share with named person and agree who will service can No initiate Childs Assessment and Plan involving all address this need. relevant services, or other agencies involved Share info with Follow relevant guidance for specific are a of Childs named concern if this exists. person Assessment Develop Child s Plan Review at appropriate forum Looked after Risk Vulnerable Child and Management Young Person Protection Other accommodate d review Always remain alert to changes in circumstances which may increase a child’s vulnerability and where risk of significant harm may occur CP procedure should be initiated Getting It Right For Vulnerable Children and Young People in North Ayrshire Live V1.2 April 2014 Page No:16