Parent or Family Members Involved in Prostitution

Parent or Family Members Involved in Prostitution

Involvement of family members in prostitution does not necessarily mean children will suffer significant harm.

1. Overview

1.1 Where there is a concern for a child whose parent or carer is involved in prostitution the following factors should be considered when undertaking an Initial Assessment:

Any exposure of the child to unsuitable adults and sexual activity or materials especially where the parent works from home

Any emotional, physical or sexual abuse of the parent or any behaviour in another adult which leaves the parent involved in prostitution in fear

Child left unattended or being left with the responsibility of younger siblings

Factors associated with substance misuse and/or mental health difficulties

Inconsistent care.

1.2 Where there is a concern for a child whose parent is involved in prostitution, the Core Assessment should always consider the child’s development in the context of parenting capacity and family and environmental factors.