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So what does 2024-25 have in store for us in safeguarding? Sadly, we cannot predict (or prevent) everything. Working in Safeguarding can be incredibly challenging and lonely but remember to reach out to your trusted adults, it can be for advice, challenge or just someone to hear you when you need to talk - no one should need to manage safeguarding in schools alone. Remember your "why" and in order to be at our best to support our children & families we need to ensure that we have the support we need as DSLs. #Togetherwesafeguardourchildren

The same failings continue to undermine Child Protection in England Safeguarding Children. Children in England deserve better. Despite decades of effort, information sharing challenges continue to leave them vulnerable. Is it time to finally address the greatest perennial problem in safeguarding? Download our FREE white paper to explore: • Why information sharing remains a major hurdle. • The 3 key barriers hindering data exchange. • How Safeguarding Partnerships can benefit from a centralised data capability. Together, let's create a safer future for all children. Download the white paper here➡️ https://lnkd.in/exm93y_A

🚨 The rise in children referred to Alternative Provisions (APs), including Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), brings with it unique challenges for safeguarding. 📈 APs now accommodate over 45,000 pupils - discover more about the impact of this trend and how to address the safeguarding needs of these children in our blog: https://bit.ly/3PDDHiq #Safeguarding #AlternativeProvisions #EducationChallenges

From enhanced data sharing to the use of a single identifier for children, Luke Ramsden explains how safeguarding will evolve over the next year. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3Z2n8Br Would you add anything to the list? #education #safeguarding #EducationNews

Information sharing advice for safeguarding practitioners -DfE Updated Guidance https://lnkd.in/eJ_kZgaa The document has been significantly rewritten to instill confidence in practitioners of the legal framework that supports the sharing of information for the purposes of safeguarding.  The guidance is for: 1) Individuals who are directly involved in safeguarding children, including frontline practitioners, managers and senior leaders 2) Individuals and organisations that work with children, parents, carers and families, in sectors such as social care, education, health, justice and voluntary It may also be helpful for practitioners working with vulnerable adults and adults who could pose a risk to children. The Seven golden rules for sharing information (including personal information) have been updated including more clarity on the use of consent and the legal frameworks needed to support the sharing of information. The guide also discusses why consent is not usually the most appropriate lawful basis in a safeguarding context. You should also read  the 10 step guide to sharing information to safeguard children https://lnkd.in/eeQqUYfe from the Information Commissioner’s Office. #childsafeguarding #childprotection #childabuse #workingtogether #informationsharing #safeguardingchildren #procedures

According to UK government data, the number of pupils attending APs is on the rise. Our latest blog explores how a joined-up approach to safeguarding, with collaboration between APs, schools and Local Authorities, is essential for supporting these children effectively. 📖 Read the full blog for crucial insights: https://bit.ly/47CqLSv #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #AlternativeProvision

The Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel's Annual Report 2022 to 2023 highlights emerging themes and patterns, guiding updates and improvements in policy and practice. Read our blog to discover key learnings from the report: https://bit.ly/3TpbygQ #Safeguarding #Education #MentalHealth

Child safeguarding transformed with “game-changing” Artificial Intelligence https://zurl.co/dh0Y Childsafeguarding.com is available in the UK. Learn more: https://zurl.co/QNhe #UK #childprotectioninUK #profdev #edtech #childsafeguarding #childprotect

Mindful that there is a lack of statutory guidance on safeguarding children in activities in out-of-school settings, BSI has developed and published PAS 5222:2024. Available as a free download, this document gives requirements and guidance on safeguarding that clarify current good practice, build the trust of parents, carers and children, and support organizations to deliver safeguarding in a proportionate and cost-effective way. Download PAS 5222:2024 here: https://bit.ly/4c4liGa #BSIStandards #PAS5222 #Safeguarding #ChildSafeguarding #ChildProtection #SafeguardingOutOfSchool

BSI publishes new standard designed to safeguard children in out-of-school settings New guidelines designed to protect the safety of children in out-of-school settings have been published by BSI, applicable to all providers of activities for children and offering a clear framework to embed safeguarding measures into governance, policies and procedural operations. https://brnw.ch/21wIjWj #BIS #safetyofchildren #schoolsafety