- Safeguarding Week 2025
- WSCP Audit Evaluation: Multi-Agency Neglect & Neglect Toolkit
- Pitfure Boys Group
- Young Carers Survey
- The Weather Might be Getting Warmer - But the Water is Still Cold!
- Save the Date: Drowning Prevention Week 2025
- Youth-Led Crime Initiative: "I Took A Seat For..."
- Emojis - Do You Know What They Mean?
- WSCP Website Updates
- Education Updates
- VAPE Safety Alert
- Multi-Agency Training Dates
- NEW DATE - Every Sleep a Safer Sleep Multi-Agency Training
- YHMAST Webinar: Improving Cultural Competency, Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Better Outcomes
- Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust - Think Family Safeguarding Conference 2025
- Young Carers Awareness Training Webinar - Recording Now Available!
- Teenage Pregnancy Toolkit 2025
- Childline - Reach Behind the Screen Campaign
- Online Safety Act: Explainer - GOV.UK
- Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse - Free Webinars and Resources to Support Practice
- Top Safety Tips for Families this April
- NSPCC Updates
- Useful Links
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1. Safeguarding Week 2025
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Safeguarding Week 2025 takes place from the 23rd to the 27th June. During the week there will be a range of FREE learning and development offers across the district for all those who work or volunteer with children, adults and their families.
This year's offer from Wakefield Safeguarding Children Partnership includes:
- Engaging with Men - this is a face-to-face event taking place 25th June, 9am - 4.30pm. There will be inputs from the Rosalie Ryrie Foundation, Family Nurse Partnership 0-19 Service, Wakefield Parent and Infant Relationship (PAIR) Team and the Dad Matters project from Wakefield Homestart.
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Creating an Inclusive Environment - this is an online event taking place 25th June, 10am - 11am. In this multi-agency session by Yorkshire Sport Foundation, you will learn how to identify barriers to participation, understand positive action, and create a more inclusive environment that attracts and retains diverse participants and volunteers.
- Alcohol Use, Self-Neglect and Barriers to Support: A Spotlight on Steven - this is an online event taking place 25th June, 1pm - 2:15pm. Last year, the Wakefield and District Safeguarding Adults Board published an important Safeguarding Adults Review (SAR) about Steven. Steven’s life and early death highlight themes relating to care and support to people with alcohol misuse disorder, but also wider themes associated with people living complex lives. In this webinar, the Board’s Independent Chair and Business Manager will share the key findings of the SAR for Steven, using it to draw out wider learning for both practitioners and services who support people experiencing alcohol misuse and/or self-neglect.
- Pride in Practice: Supporting and Safeguarding LGBTQIA+ Young People - this is online event taking place on the 25th June, 3pm - 5pm. Spectrum Health will be delivering this webinar on gender questioning. You will learn how best to support a child in the LGBTQIA+ community, Steph will dispel myths and work with practitioners to help them feel confident in assessing risk and other vulnerabilities when safeguarding LGBTQIA+ children.
Click on the button below to find out more about the above and also what else is on during Safeguarding Week 2025! |
2. WSCP Audit Evaluation: Multi-Agency Neglect & Neglect Toolkit
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In February 2023, Wakefield Safeguarding Children Partnership (WSCP) launched a campaign around Neglect which included a new multi-agency training offer, a new webpage, campaign materials and a refreshed version of the Neglect Toolkit online.
Two years on and as part of our multi-agency audit and assurance activities, we wish to identify how well recognised and embedded the neglect toolkit is within practice across the partnership at this time.
To assist us in our findings, please could we request you to complete this short questionnaire - MA Neglect Audit Survey - which should take approximately 5 minutes.
Your responses will help identify and shape any next steps or areas of focus we may need to undertake in respect of the multi-agency neglect offer across the partnership.
The survey will close 5pm on Friday 16th May.
Thank you for your time completing this questionnaire. |
Please see the flyer below for information about the new Pitfure Boys Group being implemented by the West Yorkshire Police Early Action Team. Please click here to download a referral form for the group. |
Wakefield Council are currently developing their Young Carer's Strategy - this will outline the key priorities for young carers and inform how support is delivered to all young carers in the district. To ensure the voice of young carers is represented within the strategy, Wakefield Council are launching a brief online survey for young carers to tell them how they would like to be supported. Please see the flyer below for more information. |
Wakefield Council want this survey to reach as many young people with caring responsibilities as possible and would really value your support in promoting it.
They have developed three promotional posters that include a QR code and a web link to the survey. The posters are tailored for different ages and can be put up in communal spaces or shared online and on social media for young carers to see.
Please help to promote this survey within your service. We also ask that you share this widely with your colleagues and wider networks.
Please click on the links below for the posters that you can use to promote the survey, along with QR code and survey link.
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The survey is live now and will close on midnight on Sunday 11th May.Key themes from this survey will be available to view on www.wf-i-can.co.ukIf you have any questions, or require the posters in a different format, please contact Emma Newton - emmanewton@wakefield.gov.uk. |
5. The Weather Might be Getting Warmer - But the Water is Still Cold!
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Water safety is important throughout the year, but more so as the weather starts to get warmer and more children are tempted to swim/play in open water sites. Drowning accidents are especially high in the summer months and over the last few years, there has been too many tragedies that could have been avoided.
With the warmer summer months fast approaching WSCP wants to take this opportunity to remind all children and young people water, particularly at open water and inland sites, such as canals and reservoirs, is often much colder than it looks. Entering cold water can cause cold water shock, reducing the ability to swim and self rescue.
Watch the short video below which brings home the hard hitting realities of what can happen when swimming in open water.
In this short film created by Wakefield Council and partners and published in 2023, we see a child jump into the water following peer pressure from his friends.
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What can you do to help children be water wise and stay safe this summer?
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Visit the WSCP dedicated water safety webpage, and access the important safety information for children and young people about how to stay safe in and around water. There is also additional advice and information about what to do if they get into difficulty.
- Do you work with adolescent males? If so it is really important that water safety is discussed with them. It is fact that the majority of children who accidentally drown in the UK are male. This is a trend also seen in the Wakefield district, therefore it is important to have discussions about the dangers of swimming/playing near open water.
- Are you a school? If so did you know about and have you accessed Yorkshire Water's live events specifically tailored for primary and secondary school students. These water safety live events offer an introduction to staying safe, both in and around the water and in the wider landscape. Click here to find out more about these live events. Please keep reminding/discussing with your pupils the dangers of swimming/playing in open water and share the relevant water safety resources with them.
- Find safe places to swim. Advise children that if they are going to go swimming to do this in a safer place where there are lifeguards present. There are a number of Aspire swimming pools located across the Wakefield district which are open to the public and also offer swimming lessons. To find out more, including the costs, please click here.
- Parents/carers should also be reminded to check their homes for drowning risks. Drowning can happen very quickly and in less that 2cm of water, so filled bath tubs, swimming pools, hot tubs, garden ponds and even buckets of water can be dangerous.
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Planning to go on holiday? If so water safety is still very important, in 2021 more that 85 British Nationals drowned abroad. Whether holidaying abroad, or at home in the UK and Ireland, follow these RLSS basic principles to help ensure your family stays safe whilst having fun in, on or around water.
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6. Save the Date: Drowning Prevention Week 2025
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Drowning Prevention Week (DPW) is the Royal Life Saving Society's (RLSS) biggest campaign of the year, targeting families, carers, teachers and instructors of children aged five to fifteen years old with the aim of educating them about water safety. This year's campaign week takes place from the 14th to the 21st June.No child should drown, and with the right water safety education – such as knowledge of the Water Safety Code – accidental drownings are preventable. Drowning Prevention Week is deliberately timed ahead of the school summer holidays when children spend more time outdoors and when vital water safety skills can help keep children safe. Please help WSCP and the RLSS to spread the word and encourage everyone to have the water safety conversation with children. DPW is critical in raising awareness and encouraging the public to enjoy water safely. Click here to find out more about the campaign, past successes and to access resources. |
7. Youth-Led Anti-Crime Initiative: "I Took A Seat For..."
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The West Yorkshire Youth Commission has launched a new campaign to engage young people in tackling serious crime in their communities. I Took a Seat For… is aimed at 14-25-year-olds and features a powerful series of videos, each showcasing the voices of young people with lived experiences of crime. Covering sexual harassment, gang involvement and drug dealing, drug use, drink spiking, knife crime and image-based abuse.
Through their stories, the participants aim to raise awareness, inspire others, and stress the importance of collective action. Please see the flyer below for further information.
There isn't a toolkit to accompany the campaign but the six videos are all available on You Tube. Please can you help circulate the information so the videos and messages can reach the target audience of 14-25 year olds.
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8. Emojis - Do You Know What They Mean?
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If you recently watched the Netflix TV show Adolescence, you will know that emojis have evolved beyond simple pictograms, and now often serve as coded language among youth. Therefore it is important that all parents/carers and professionals who work with children and young people are up to speed with what they mean, so they can spot signs and indicators of any behaviour that may cause harm or concern. The Boyz-2-Men website have created a useful glossary of emojis please click here to download it. Before taking a look at the glossary it is important to remember that context is very important when it comes to emojis, as they can all be used in multiple ways and do NOT always signify harm or concern. |
The WSCP Business Unit have been busy updating the content on some of our published webpages. Please see the links below for the sections that have been updated this month:
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Bullying
The Anti-Bullying Alliance has updated its bullying information toolkit aimed at parents and carers. The toolkit provides information on handling school-related bullying incidents and outlines the legal responsibilities that schools have. Share the toolkit: Launching our updated bullying information toolkit for parents and carers
See also on NSPCC Learning: Protecting children from bullying and cyberbullying
Online Safety: Digital Media
The UK Safer Internet Centre has published guidance to help educational institutions protect students and staff from potential misuse of digital media. The guidance sets out the importance of image and video management in safeguarding students and shares best practice, including: regularly reviewing online content; avoiding sharing personal identifiable information; removing image metadata such as location details; and limiting public visibility of student images on school websites and social media platforms. Read the news story: New guidance: best practices for managing images and videos on school websitesSee also on NSPCC Learning: Online safety and schools
School AttendanceThe Department for Education (DfE) has written a blog post setting out the importance of school attendance and what they are doing to help improve attendance in schools across England. The blog looks at the effects of attendance on educational attainment and future outcomes. Read the blog: Why school attendance matters, and what we're doing to improve itTips for Transitioning into Secondary or High School
Place2Be have published resources for parents/carers to guide them when helping their child make that huge leap from primary to secondary school. Please click here to access them and share with parents/carers as you see appropriate. Starting or Changing Primary School
Starting a new primary school can be stressful for both parents/carers and their children. Place2Be have published simple and effective ways to make the transition smoother. Please click here to access the tips, and share with parents/carers as you see appropriate.
Reminder: DSL Forums & Network Meetings Open to All!
All school/college DSL’s are reminded of the free half termly DSL forums open to all Education DSL’s in the district. It is strongly advised to have a rota of attendance between the DSL team, to keep up to date locally in between official training courses. WSCP Online DSL Forums - Wakefield Safeguarding Children (wakefieldscp.org.uk) Also secondary and college DSL’s/ Independent school DSL’s please note dates for face-to-face DSL network meetings here: WSCP DSL Network Meetings 2024/25 - Wakefield Safeguarding Children (wakefieldscp.org.uk) |
We would like to make all professionals aware about a vape that has bee used by a child just outside of West Yorkshire. The use of the vape has resulted in the child needing hospital care. The vape doesn't appear to have any signage suggesting illicit content, other than the name Purple Haze, which is associated with drug content. Please see picture above for an example of what this looks like. Please could all professionals ensure this messaging is shared to children, parents and colleagues so they are aware of the risks associated with this particular vape product. If you have any information about where children are obtaining vapes which cause a child to become unwell (usually indicating a drug content in the vape), please feed this into West Yorkshire Police Force intelligence department via the PIP Portal; Partnership Intelligence Portal | West Yorkshire Police. If you do not have authorised access, apply here Partnership Intelligence Portal - Account Request Form | West Yorkshire Police
West Yorkshire Police rely on your information and currently have very few leads on source and supply. From 1st June 2025, under separate environmental legislation, disposable vapes will be banned, reducing the availability and appeal of vapes to young people. |
12. Multi-Agency Training Dates
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UPDATE: Working Together - A Shared Responsibility
Please note that the advanced face to face training is now on hold and unavailable to book onto. You can still access the Basic Awareness training here. We will update you as soon as we can and apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. |
Risk and Resilience Framework Training
The training is delivered by Wakefield Public Health and colleagues from across the Wakefield District.
The aim of the training session is to:
- Increase confidence in navigating the Risk and Resilience website
- Explore the support tools, interventions and resources on the website
- Understand how it can support your work
- Share best practice
Available course dates and times:
- Wednesday 14th May, 9:30am to 15:30, Wakefield One, Burton Street, Wakefield, WF1 2EB
To find out more about the above course and to book a place please click here
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NEW - Domestic Abuse Training Opportunities
The following Wakefield District Abuse Training Opportunities are now available on various dates throughout the year:
- Behind Closed Doors: Understanding and Supporting those who have Experienced Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Abuse and Male Victims
- Working with Perpetrators
- Domestic Abuse Related Death Review Online Briefing
- Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC)
- Claire's Law (Domestic Abuse Disclosure Scheme)
- Domestic Abuse Essential Training
- Domestic Abuse Act 2021
- Forced Marriage
- Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) - Recognising and Preventing FGM
To find out more about the above, including dates, times and to book a place please click here.
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Managing Allegations Against Staff Training
This session aims to provide employers and managers with an introduction to the systems and procedures that are in place for responding to allegations made against people who work with children. This course is delivered by the Wakefield Council Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) and the WSCP Safeguarding Advisor for Education Vicki Maybin. If you are interested in this training please email wscpevents@wakefield.gov.uk
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NEW DATES - Future In Mind Workforce Development Training (CAMHS)
CAMHS are delivering training on the following subjects, with dates available throughout the year:
- An Introduction to Child and Adolescent Mental Health
- Understanding and Working with Anxiety in Children and Young People
- An Introduction to Depression and Low Mood in Children and Young People
- Supporting Children and Young People who have experienced Bereavement or Loss
- The Impact of Sleep on Emotional Wellbeing
- An Introduction to Attachment in Children and Young People
- An introduction to Self Harm
- An Introduction to Suicide and Awareness and Prevention
- Full Day Sleep Workshop for Professionals working with Children, Young People & Families
- Introduction to Eating Difficulties in Children and Young People
- NEW - Mental Health and Wellbeing Through Teenage Years
- NEW - Nature Connectedness for Wellbeing
These sessions will be hosted on Microsoft Teams. For further information including dates and times, and to download a booking form please click here
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Impact of Parental Mental Illness on Children
A virtual package that considers the impact of a variety of parental mental illness on children at various ages and stages of development.
Available course dates & times:
- Thursday 7th August 2025, times TBC
- Thursday 13th November 2025, times TBC
To find out more about the above course and to book a place please click here
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NEW - Wakefield Parent & Infant Relationship Team Training Sessions
The Wakefield Parent and Infant Relationship (PAIR) team invite you to their free, drop-in lunchtime learning sessions.
These will focus on key areas of importance, impact, and interest when assessing the Parent infant relationship to help consider babies mental health and the Voice of the child. These will also be a regular chance to drop-in and find out more about PAIR team. Training is available on the following subjects:
- Introduction to the Wakefield Parent and Infant Relationship Team and ”Giving a voice of the Child”
- PAIR team updates to practice and “Working with sick and premature babies”
- Wakefield Parent and Infant Relationship Team and ‘The importance of engaging Fathers’
- The PAIR team updates to practice and ‘The impact of parental ACES on the Parent-Infant relationship’
- “How the Parent-Infant Relationship can be affected by a crying baby and feeding difficulties”
- The Parent and Infant relationship team “Working with behaviour that parents find challenging”
- The Wakefield PAIR team and “The role of Family Peer Support”
Audience:
Any professional working with babies and infants from conception to 2 years.
Booking InformationPlease click here for more information. If you would like to watch the Wakefield Parent & Infant Relationship (PAIR) Team Training Sessions from 2024, please click here to access the recordings. Available course dates and times:These are virtual workshops with various dates available. Please click on the link above for more details.
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YGAM Training - Gaming and Gambling Harms
Ygam’s mission is to ensure that every young person is resilient to, and safeguarded against, gaming and gambling harms. They do this through awareness raising, education and research.
This training equips you with the knowledge and confidence to deliver the programme directly to young people. The workshops are 100% fully funded and on completion all trained staff will gain access to resources to use with the young people you support and City and Guilds certification. The training is aimed at a range of youth-facing professionals, including teachers, youth workers, practitioners, universities, faith leaders and health professionals. Please click here for more information. Available course dates and times:These are virtual workshops with various dates available. Please click on the link above for more details.
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NEW DATES - Young Lives Consortium (YLC) Applied Suicide Interventions Skills Training (ASIST)
Young Lives Consortium (YLC) is currently offering a Two-day ASIST training course. What is ASIST?An accredited two-day, interactive training that prepares professionals to provide suicide first aid interventions. Who can attend ASIST? Anyone over 16 can learn to use the ASIST model. No previous mental health or suicide prevention experience is necessary. Available course dates and times:
- Thursday 9th October & Friday 10th October 2025, 8:30am – 16:30pm – St Marys Community Centre, Pontefract For further information about this training course, including costs and to complete an expression of interest form, please click here
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NEW DATES - Young Lives Consortium (YLC) - SafeTALK Suicide Alertness Training
Young Lives Consortium (YLC) is currently offering SafeTALK training. What is SafeTALK?Know what to do if someone is thinking about suicide by following the easy to remember TALK steps - Tell, Ask, Listen and Keep-safe. Who can attend SafeTALK?Places are free for those that live, work or learn in the Wakefield district Available course dates and times:
- Wednesday 14th May, 12pm - 3.30pm at Old Quarry Adventure Playground, Knottingley, WF11 0PJ
- Monday 16th June, 9.30am - 1pm at Lightwaves, Lower York Street, Marsh Way, Wakefield, WF1 3LJ.
For further information about this training course please click here.
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13. NEW DATE - Every Sleep a Safer Sleep Multi-Agency Training
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The sudden and unexpected death of an infant (SUDI) is one of the most devastating tragedies that can happen to any family. At least 300 infants still die suddenly and unexpectedly each year in England and Wales.
West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership has seen a sharp increase in the number of infants who have died because of unsafe sleep practices over recent years. As part of the Local Maternity System public health recommendations, it was also recognised that much can be done before, during and after pregnancy to support women and their babies.
In 2020, the national Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel published ‘Out of Routine’ a Thematic Report into SUDI. This report identified these deaths occur more frequently in families where there are certain vulnerabilities. In response, we have developed this training to support frontline workers to engage parents with safer sleeping advice.
This training is multidisciplinary for all agencies who work with parents and carers of babies aged 0-12 months including pre-birth.
To find out more, including available dates and how to book please click here. For further information please contact: Janet Wilson – janetwilson@wakefield.gov.uk |
14. YHMAST Webinar: Improving Cultural Competency, Identifying and Addressing Barriers to Better Outcomes
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On Wednesday 21st May, 9.15am - 3.30pm, the Yorkshire and Humber Multi-Agency Safeguarding Trainers (YHMAST), will be hosting a webinar about improving cultural competency, identifying and addressing barriers to better outcomes. For more information please see the flyer below and to book a place please click here. |
15. Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust - Think Family Safeguarding Conference 2025
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On Thursday 5th June 9am - 5pm, The Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust, Think Family Safeguarding Team are hosting a full day safeguarding conference which will include various speakers and multiple service stalls.
The conference is currently in the planning stage however please find a brief description of what will be included below.
Confirmed speakers and topics for the day are:
- Arthurs Story
- GASPED (Giving Advice and Support to People in Emotional Distress)
- Turning Point Young Persons Recovery Worker - Ketamine Use
- Laura Bainbridge Associate Professor in Criminal Justice - Cuckooing
- Wayen Hoyle Violence Reduction Partnership - Youth violence
Further speakers TBC During Lunch there will multiple stalls with the opportunity to speak with different services such as:
- Well women’s centre
- WDDAS (Wakefield District Domestic Abuse Service)
- RASAC (Kirklees, Calderdale & Wakefield Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre)
- Leeds GATE – Leeds Gypsy & Traveller Exchange
- Paediatric SARC (Sexual Assault Referral Centre)
- Womens Centre
- Turning Point
More TBC To find out more and to book a place please click here |
16. Young Carers Awareness Training Webinar March 2025 - Recording Now Available!
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The Children’s Society recently delivered an online training session to professionals in Wakefield who support or work directly with children and young people.
If you were unable to attend the session and would like to view the recording – please contact Linda Littler Linda.Littler@childrenssociety.org.uk who will send you a link to view the recording from March 18th. Please note the recording will be available to view until May 31st.
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Be informed about the potential identifiers of young carers
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Be aware of the law and legislation in relation to Young Carers
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Be aware of the potential impacts of caring responsibilities
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Understand factors which may make a young carer 'hidden’
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Understand how a whole systems, whole family approach can be utilised to support young carers
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17. Teenage Pregnancy Toolkit 2025
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The Teenage Pregnancy Strategy was launched in May 2024; the development of the strategy identified a clear need to develop a Teenage Pregnancy Toolkit which would provide advice, guidance, and signposting to services available. Please click here to download the Teenage Pregnancy Toolkit 2025, or here to access a flip page electronic version. The Toolkit has been produced to aid professionals working with young people and we hope you find it useful and helpful. Calling all professionals - please share this far and wide with your colleagues and networks to ensure we are providing the support and advice practitioners require to help reduce, support and prepare for future teenage pregnancies. |
18. Childline - Reach Behind the Screen Campaign
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Childline have published a resource pack titled Reach Behind the Screen. The Reach Behind the Screen campaign aims to raise awareness of sexually coerced extortion and the impact its having on boys and young males. The resource pack includes:
- Information about sexually coerced extortion - including how it can happen, the signs to look out for, and how to support a young person if they are experiencing this abuse.
- Information about Childline
- Information about Report Remove - this is a tool that can help young people get images/videos taken down online
- Resources - signposting to useful resources for further information on sexually coerced extortion and online safety for both professionals and young people
Click on the button below to access the resource pack. |
19. Online Safety Act: Explainer - GOV.UK
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The Online Safety Act 2023 (the Act) is a new set of laws that protects children and adults online. It puts a range of new duties on social media companies and search services, making them more responsible for their users’ safety on their platforms.
Section 81 of The Act came into force on 17 January 2025 and deals with online pornography and how to ensure it cannot harm children. Click here to find out more about The Act and what it aims to achieve.
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20. Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse - Free Webinars and Resources to Support Practice
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The Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse (CSA Centre) has published the new edition of their popular guide titled "Communicating with Children". This provides essential new guidance on how to support children with a variety of different communication needs so professionals can provide all children with the opportunity to communicate about what has happened to them. Click here to find out more and download the guide. The Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse (CSA Centre) has also published a report on child sexual abuse in the UK. The report summarises key research and statistics about child sexual abuse. Findings include: child sexual abuse is more common than most people think; more children are sexually abused than are ever identified or responded to; children are most often sexually abused by someone they know and trust; any child can be sexually abused, but some children are more vulnerable to this abuse than others; and the experience and impacts of sexual abuse are different for every child. The report signposts to resources to support parents and professionals working with children. Download the report: What you need to know about child sexual abuse
For further information please also see NSPCC learning: Protecting children from sexual abuseThe Centre of Expertise have added new dates to their free webinar series in 2025, to help you use their popular resources in practice. The engaging online sessions are designed to help all professionals who want to learn more about using their useful guides and tools. |
Free Resources
Also available to access on the CSA website, is a range of practice resources. These can be utilised by professionals to identify, respond and support children who have been sexually abused. The resources include:
- Signs and indicators of child sexual abuse
- Communicating with children
- Supporting parents and carers
- Sibling sexual abuse and behaviour
- Managing risk and trauma after online sexual offending
- Resources for education settings
- Using supervision and team meetings
- Medical examinations and more!
Please click here to access the free resources.
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21. Top Safety Tips for Families this April
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The Child Accident Prevention Trust have published the following safety tips for families this April.
Stay safe around roads
Whether you’re walking, cycling or scooting, having time together out in the fresh air is always a winner. Plus, you can use this time to practice the Green Cross Code with your children and your good habits crossing the road safely can become theirs. Click here to learn more about how to teach children to stay safe around roads.
Why are slushies dangerous for small children?
Glycerol is often used to create the slush effect. But in high quantities, especially to small children, glycerol can cause shock, hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) and loss of consciousness.
That’s why current advice says slushies with glycerol are not recommended for children under five. But, new research suggests the age threshold may need to be even higher. Click here to learn more. Any dog can bite
While we don’t expect our own dog to bite, it’s important to remember any dog can bite if they feel they have no other option. That’s why CAPT have created free resources with simple safety tips to keep your dog and children safe and happy together. Click here to download the resources.
Save the date: Child Safety Week 2025
Child Safety Week 2025 takes place Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th June, with this years theme being Safety is for sharing.
Please see below for resources that are available to support you with any events you have planned to promote Child Safety Week.
Fresh on the CAPT website you'll find:
- Parent Pack - Get the latest version of CAPT's parent pack with top tips to share with your communities. Includes our freshly updated fact sheet on burns prevention and first aid.
- Display pack - Bring your Child Safety Week displays to life with CAPT's colourful posters. Includes their brand new Child Safety Week poster for 2025.
- Logo - Add the We support Child Safety Week logo to your website and emails.
- Social media pack - Sharing CAPT'S posts throughout the week is an easy win. If you want to get your social sorted in advance, this is the pack for you.
- Information Pack - Your guide to the theme, what’s available and why your involvement is so important. Includes simple ways you can share this Child Safety Week.
To find out more and access a whole range of child accident prevention resources please visit the CAPT website. |
The NSPCC have recently released the following updates which may be of interest to professionals working with children and families, and to share with parents/carers where applicable.
Case Reviews
Eight new case reviews have been added to the collection this month featuring issues including child neglect, infant deaths, unknown men and child sexual abuse. Click here to take a look.
Talking about Child Sexual Abuse
NSPCC Learning has published a Why language matters blog exploring how professionals can struggle with understanding, talking about and responding to child sexual abuse. The blog is in response to the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel’s National review into child sexual abuse in the family environment. The blog discusses why it can be difficult for children to share their concerns and how professionals can approach conversations about concerns of child sexual abuse with children and with other professionals.
Read the blog: Why language matters: why professionals need to talk about child sexual abuse
Read the CASPAR briefing: Summary of the National review into child sexual abuse within the family environment - "I wanted them all to notice"
Housing and Safeguarding Children
NSPCC Learning has published a Learning from case reviews briefing on housing. It summarises the key issues and learning for improved practice for housing services and providers from a sample of case reviews published between 2020 and 2023. The briefing highlights that housing professionals need to: understand their responsibility to recognise and respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns, even if the accommodation itself poses no issues; work effectively with other agencies and actively share their knowledge about families; and consider the needs of the whole family and the role of the local area in meeting those needs. Read the briefing: Housing: learning from case reviews
Child Welfare
The Prime Minister's Office has published a press release following a meeting about adolescent safety and other issues raised within the recent TV series ‘Adolescence’. The Prime Minister met with the creators of the TV series, charities including the NSPCC, and young people. The group discussed challenges facing children and parents, and how to ensure young people have the right tools, support and environment to learn about healthy relationships. A statement by the NSPCC featured in the press release highlights the need for: high-quality, age-appropriate lessons in school about healthy relationships; and guidance and support for parents around how to keep their children safe online. It also calls for tech companies to prioritise the wellbeing of young people.
Read the press release: Downing Street opens doors to Adolescence creators for vital discussion on protecting our children
See also on NSPCC Learning: Talk Relationships
Online Safety: Women and GirlsChildnet has designed a pack of online safety activities to use with 13- to 18-year olds. The activities, designed around the online experiences of women and girls, explore topics such as misogyny, online sexual harassment, and victim blaming. Access the resource: Exploring online experiences: life online for women and girls
Contextual Safeguarding
The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) has released a podcast on contextual safeguarding. YEF’s podcast ‘Safe’ features conversations about preventing violence amongst children and young people. In this episode, Professor Carlene Firmin shares what she has learned about preventing youth violence. Talking points include: how shop workers can be community guardians; and why we are all responsible for keeping young people safe.
Listen to the podcast: Carlene Firmin: contextual safeguarding is common sense
Explore the series: Safe podcast
See also on NSPCC Learning: Contextual Safeguarding |
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