Created by experts at the NSPCC, Developing an Understanding of CSA is a two-day training course that improves understanding and knowledge in identifying, preventing and responding to Child Sexual Abuse. Using case studies, small group activities and interactive tools this course is developed to give attendees the skills to play their part in responding to…
A new briefing has been produced, which is designed to provide an overview of Child Neglect and reminders of tools available to support practitioners who might work with families where neglect is a concern. Please share this briefing widely Neglect | Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Safeguarding Partnership Board (safeguardingcambspeterborough.org.uk)
You may be aware of a house fire that occurred in Cambridge at the end of June 2023 which sadly took the lives of two children and their mother. It is believed that the house fire was caused by an e-scooter charger/battery. The below resources have been shared by our colleagues in Fire and Rescue:…
Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 Working Together to Safeguard Children is the multi-agency statutory guidance that sets out expectations for the system that provides help, support and protection for children and their families. Working Together applies at every level from senior leaders to those in direct practice with families, and across all agencies and organisations…
Over the last 6 months, a review of the SARC Paediatric Pathway has been undertaken following recommendations from safeguarding reviews and direct feedback from practitioners. Attached is the new guidance, which is also available on the Safeguarding Partnership Board website (Policy Document for the referral of Child and Young Persons to the Sexual Assault Referral…
The government is rolling out a new Emergency Alerts system. A test alert will be sent on Sunday 23 April 2023. The alerts will be used to let you know about emergency situations (like severe flooding) through your mobile phone or tablet. However, the alert will be accompanied by a loud 10-second sound even if…
The 18th March 2023 is Child Exploitation Awareness Day. PACE (Parents Against Child Exploitation) have c-created an animation Towards Hope, with affected parents last year, highlights the importance of showing compassion towards families experiencing child exploitation. One parent shares, “You can help bring light to a family by saying, I hear you and I believe…
Today, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Safeguarding Children Partnership will publish a Child Safeguarding Practice Review into the death of a young lady called Nadia who tragically took her own life in 2019, when she was 16 years of age. Our deepest sympathy continues to be extended to the family and friends of Nadia. Nadia was a…
When and where Date and time Tue, 25 October 2022, 12:00 – 12:45 BST Location Online About this event The National Referral Mechanism (NRM) is a framework for identifying victims of trafficking and modern slavery. When used effectively, it can help these victims receive appropriate support and assist Modern Slavery prosecutions of those exploiting them. …
Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel paper about bruising to children. Details This briefing paper from the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel is part of an ongoing series of publications to share information arising from work undertaken by the panel with: safeguarding partners those working in child protection This paper explores the current guidance on the…