Case flow
- Case opening
- What would you say?
- What must you not promise?
- What do you need now, and what can wait?
- Who needs to know?
Professional case file · Anyone who may be first told
First Disclosure: The First Ten Minutes
Present one decision at a time. Do not treat the case as a pupil exercise. Reveal law and evidence when it becomes relevant.
Professional debrief
Listen, explain confidentiality limits honestly, establish immediate safety needs appropriate to your role, record accurately and follow the current safeguarding route.
Use current official law, guidance and local procedure. Jurisdiction: check before delivery.