STATEWIDE: Child care sector on notice
Lawyers say the alleged abuse uncovered in Victorian childcare centres has put the childcare sector on notice, and that families are no longer going to stand for profits being put ahead of the welfare of children.
Slater and Gordon Abuse Law Practice Leader, Sam Carroll, said parents were right to be asking questions about the safety of their children while at these centres.
Slater and Gordon is providing advice to affected families who have contacted the firm.
“There are significant questions that these centres need to answer, including if any concerns had previously been raised about the accused, and whether any concerns had been appropriately investigated and or communicated.
“Was there sufficient inquiry made before the accused was hired, including with previous employers?
“Should a work history of 20 childcare centres in 8 years have been a red flag?
“What were the supervisory conditions in place, including to cover breaks?”