care booklet Feb. 2015 | Page 5

‘A bully is a person who uses his strength or power to hurt or frighten or intimidate others’ Every care home operates a zero tolerance on bullying and they will do everything to ensure that the young people have the right to live , learn and work in a safe environment free from victimisation and fear . Both staff and young people have a responsibility to ensure that bullying does not take place and if it does that it is recorded and dealt with immediately. If you feel that you are being bullied you must tell a member of staff in your home straight away so that they can deal with it as soon a possible If you are ever found bullying, staff will inform your social worker and they will arrange a meeting to see what action will be taken This meeting will be as soon as possible as bullying is taken very seriously . 5