Welcome to this latest episode of Safeguarding voice. In this episode we explore the SEND code of Practice with our ECP consultant Caroline Dulin.

Caroline shares her working experience of using the guidance during her previous role in education and highlights its value for practitioners in ensuring consistent and aligned approaches to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. We hope you enjoy this episode. Guest speaker- Caroline Dulin

For full guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-code-of-practice-0-to-25


For ECP guidance summary: https://ecp-limited-blogs.blogspot.com/2024/09/send-code-of-practice.html

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We are joined in this months episode by Dan Roe - The Designated Safeguarding Lead for Educational and Sporting Futures. As an outstanding rated Ofsted provider, Dan shares his knowledge and insights from the process, providing practical advice to other providers in the sector. We hope you enjoy this episode.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/further-education-and-skills-inspection-handbook-eif

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Join us in this months episode for an exploration of the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance (EYFS) with our consultant Alan. Sharing his expertise and advice around how to get the most from this guidance document, we hope you enjoy this episode.

Alan Gardiner is a consultant at ECP safeguarding leading our Early Years portfolio

EYFS resources:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/report-a-serious-childcare-incident#what-you-must-tell-ofsted-about

Well-being resources:

https://napac.org.uk/

https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

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Listen in to this episode to hear from Colin lock - a Human resources expert exploring the new legal duty for employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace called the Worker Protection Act. Within this episode we cover what the duty is and offers advice to employers across a range of sectors prepare for the changes expected to be enforced as of October 2024.

Colin Lock is a HR professional with over 40 years experience in his field.

https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/guidance/consultation-technical-guidance-sexual-harassment-and-harassment-work

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/51/contents

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Join us in this month’s episode to explore impact and support around substance misuse. The team from Change Grow Live (CGL) share their knowledge and insights on how we can all work effectively together to support families and people when they are impacted by substance abuse. In this episode we explore the harmful myths and stereotypes that get in the way of identification, how to effective engage those affected and where to refer for futher support.

Guest Speakers;

Liam - Youth Justic Service Resilience Worker

Megan - Young Person Resilience Team Leader

Fleur - Senior Chemsex & LGBTQI Worker

Links to resources referenced in episode:

TALK TO FRANK: 0300 123 6600 https://www.talktofrank.com/
CGL HELP YOUR MATE: https://www.changegrowlive.org/help-your-mate
KOOTH WELLBEING: https://www.kooth.com/
SANDBOX WELLBEING: https://thesandbox.mindler.co.uk/
SAMARITANS: 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/
SHOUT TEXTLINE: TEXT SHOUT TO 85258 https://giveusashout.org/
ANXIETY UK 03444 775 774 https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/
SINGLE POINT OF CONTACT (Mental Health Services Herts) 0300 1234 244
HERTS MIND: 020 3727 3600 https://www.hertsmindnetwork.org/services-for-young-people/
NIGHTLIGHT: 01923 256391 o CHILDLINE: 0800 1111 https://www.childline.org.uk/

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It is mandatory to read and understand Part 1 and Annexe B of the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance. This Audio Version provides the option to listen to the guidance at your convenience. 

This resource ensures that everyone can access and comprehend the vital information necessary to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding in our educational environment. 

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Join us on this episode to hear our CEO Nicole’s run through of the key learning points from KCSiE 2024 guidance.

Summary Blog for KCSiE 2024 - https://ecp-limited-blogs.blogspot.com/2024/05/keeping-children-safe-in-education.html

Full Guidance - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6650a1967b792ffff71a83e8/Keeping_children_safe_in_education_2024.pdf

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Join us on this episode with ECP consultant Charlie Witherspoon exploring the current risk in the rise of Sextortion, what it says about it in law, how to spot the signs and how to engage those effected with timely and effective support.

NCA https://nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/what-we-do/crime-threats/kidnap-and-extortion/sextortion
IWF https://www.iwf.org.uk/resources/sextortion/
Thorn Defend Children from Sexual Abuse Sextortion.co.uk 

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In this months episode: ’Faith based abuse’ we hear from our very own Safeguarding consultant Tina Pokuaah. Exploring what is faith based abuse, its different forms and how to remain ‘culturally competent’ when assessing Safeguarding risk and needs within communities.

Tina is one of the Safeguarding consultants for ECP Ltd, and the founder of Kesis Consulting. Tina is a specialist in Domestic abuse Prevention and Response.

Further reading and guidance:
https://www.met.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/caa/child-abuse/faith-based-abuse?__cf_chl_captcha_tk__=DJTInjy8tDVgm.Oa_3563kLSmCO2op9Q5s7NncIWEG4-1637785051-0-gaNycGzNCJE
https://www.unicef.org/protection/harmful-practices
https://afruca.org/
https://nwgnetwork.org/event/spiritual-and-ritual-abuse-survivor-stories-conference/

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Safer recruitment is a key component for all organisations that work with children, young people or vulnerable adults. Listen to this bonus episode with the DBS to explore common Q&A’s about the DBS process and listen to practical suggestions about implementing effective recruitment checklists to keep everyone in your settings community safe.

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service link to guidance documents. 

Jordan Hayden is the Regional Outreach Adviser for the North West Region of England at the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Danielle Carter is a Stakeholder Engagement Adviser at Disclosure and Barring Service. 

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