DCS Leadership Programme’s Post

Over the last nine months Future Voices has been working with Surrey Children’s Services and Safeguarding Partnership to develop their system wide response to adolescents in need. It is an ambitious long term project that will see the creation of an integrated, multiagency collaborative service for children and their families, in need of both help and protection. Workstreams to deliver the practice, process and partnership are underway with a clear objective to build services that wrap around children, families and communities. In laying these foundation, the need for us all to continually develop is inherent. As we help lay these foundations, we support the leadership teams to go live with an initial six month comprehensive programme of adolescent safeguarding training, group reflective supervision and multiagency events to operationalise the Adolescent Service model. The approach is system wide, but we must build solid foundations on which to grow.

"Disability justice must be an integral part of the trauma-informed movement because disability impacts all areas of social justice. The trauma-informed movement recognizes and honors neurodiversity, so we must generate genuine inclusion for people with learning differences when we are promoting trauma-informed approaches." Explore our new report on #traumainformed schools for students with learning differences: https://loom.ly/vDp7eEQ

Safeguarding our children is a shared responsibility that requires collaboration between parents, educators, and the broader community. When schools and parents work together, we can create a supportive network that protects our children. On this note, I have written a brief blog post on the importance of parent-school collaboration in ensuring children are protected. Feel free to read the post here https://lnkd.in/djsfxWcc So, what do you think? Are you effectively collaborating as a parent or school leader? 

📣 Grant Alert Ohio: Is your preschool, district, charter, private, County Board of DD, or ESC in need of safety and workplace improvements? We can help. And there's 💰💰 from the OBWC. If you are a: • teacher • parent • Board member • administrator • district leader • concerned community member ...reach out to us! 🌐 teamdrivemind.com 💻 [email protected] 🤳 DM us here on LinkedIn #schoolsafety #campussafety

We all know how important it is to gain voices of those working with children. So here’s your chance to make positive changes. Let’s get the evidence to make a safer future

Department for Education has developed a policy statement setting out the government's commitment to whole system reform of the children’s social care system. Keeping children safe, helping families thrive Here are the key points summarised as bullet points from the "Keeping Children Safe, Helping Families Thrive"document: Early Intervention Focus: Emphasis on identifying and addressing issues at the earliest stages to prevent escalation. Strengthening Families: Support strategies to empower families, reduce risks, and build resilience. Child-Centered Approach: Ensures children’s voices are heard and their needs prioritised in safeguarding practices. Collaborative Work: Encourages joint efforts between schools, social services, and community organisations. Clear Safeguarding Guidance: Streamlined advice for educators and caregivers on promoting safety both online and offline. For detailed content, refer to the full document here: https://lnkd.in/exqpyUr3.

Last week, I teamed up with MercyCare Executive Director - Early Years Rosina Smith Smith on ABC Perth Radio to dive into the crucial topic of empowering educators in Early Years settings. We explored how building capacity and upskilling can make a world of difference for all children including those needing early intervention and behaviour support. Early intervention is essential for nurturing their young minds, and I believe that investing in our educators is the cornerstone for the positive growth and development of our children. Child Development & Behaviour Specialists, FILIT Development, Behaviour & Wellbeing System

Do you feel stuck in your approach to child care setting management or unsure if you're truly meeting the needs of the children in your care?  One of our providers shared this insight after working with CICC: '[I realized] how valuable of a resource the CICC [coaching] program is to be able to have someone come in with a new set of eyes just to see how things are going and then provide feedback and strategies that we can use to move forward.' At CICC, we're here to be that fresh perspective, helping you navigate challenges and enhance your child care setting. Our coaching helps transform how you engage with the children in your care, making every day a step forward in providing the best care possible. Learn more about the impact we provide child care providers: https://lnkd.in/gs4QE9tr #inclusionmatters #earlychildhoodeducation #teachersupport #classroommanagement #eceeducator

Today is an exciting day for CCSA! We have officially presented at 85 schools across the United States! We are so grateful to everyone who helped us get here, and we can’t wait to continue reaching more students, faculty, and parents with our prevention programming. #preventioneducation #prevention #education #recoveryispossible #recoverysupport #support #addictionawareness #addiction #addictionrecovery #jewishaddiction #keepkidssafe #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

The government’s new guidance, Keeping Children Safe: Helping Families Thrive, introduces a clear focus on the needs of children, emphasising early intervention, strong relationships, and collaboration across families, schools, and social care. The guidance highlights the importance of creating safe and stable environments, stating: “A child’s safety and well-being depend on the people and structures around them working together.” Education plays a key role in identifying need and providing consistent support, making schools a central part of this joined-up approach. This guidance offers a real opportunity to strengthen the partnerships that help children feel safe, supported, and valued. https://lnkd.in/evi2AGR8