Safeguarding Voice

Welcome to the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 Audiobook: Part One and Annex A Thank you for taking the time to listen to this audiobook, which has been created to support all staff in schools and colleges in understanding their safeguarding responsibilities under Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 . Reading and understanding Part One of the guidance is a statutory requirement for all...

Welcome to Chapter 3 of our audio book to Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026 . In this second release, we move from principles into practice—exploring how the safeguarding system provides help, support, and protection for children and families at every level of need. Whether concerns are emerging or risks are significant, this chapter sets out how services respond with clarity, coordinati...

In this round-table episode, our safeguarding consultants explore one of the UK’s most pressing digital questions: should social media be banned for under 16s? Drawing on professional insight and real-world experience, the panel examines the impact of social media on young people’s mental health, exposure to harmful content, and risks such as online exploitation. The discussion also considers the...

Welcome to our audio guide to Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026 . In this newly released edition, we bring you the latest statutory guidance in a clear and accessible audio format. Whether you’re travelling between visits, catching up during a busy day, or deepening your understanding of safeguarding practice, this guide is designed to support you, wherever and however you choose to list...

Boarding schools and residential education settings present safeguarding responsibilities that extend far beyond the classroom. In this episode, we are joined by Jane Morris, Director of Safeguarding at Mill Hill Education Trust, to explore the unique safeguarding challenges within boarding environments. The discussion looks at how staff are trained to recognise and respond to risk, the importance...

In this episode, we are joined by Vicki Blackburn, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Head of Dame Alice Owen’s School, to discuss what it truly means to create effective safeguarding cultures. Culture is about more than policies and procedures—it’s about shared responsibility and mindset. We explore how schools, colleges, and other educational settings can move beyond compliance to create en...

Welcome to this EYFS audio book, where we present the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework in a clear and accessible way. The EYFS sets the national standards for early years care, learning and development, making sure every child from birth to five is safe, supported and given the best possible start. Section 3 is essential listening for anyone working in early years: practitioners, l...

In this episode, we speak with Catherine McLaughlin, Deputy CEO and Director of Services & Development at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, to explore the often-misunderstood issue of stalking. Stalking can take many forms—from persistent unwanted contact and being followed to surveillance through digital means. It affects people from all walks of life and can leave long-lasting emotional and psycholog...

In this episode we explore the complex and often overlooked issue of stalking behaviours among young people. From obsessive messaging to digital surveillance, these behaviours can subtly emerge in teenage relationships and social circles, often normalised by pop culture or peer dynamics. Catherine McLaughlin, Director of Services & Development and Deputy CEO at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, joins u...

This episode of the KCSiE 2025 Audiobook covers Part 1: Safeguarding Information for All Staff . It explains what school and college staff need to know and do to safeguard children effectively. Learn how to take a child-centred and coordinated approach to safeguarding, understand key responsibilities, recognise signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and respond appropriately. The episode also outl...

In this episode of Safeguarding Voice , we’re exploring what effective safeguarding looks like in faith-based communities. Our guest, Claudia Kitsberg, is the Head of Safeguarding and Welfare at the United Synagogue, where she has led a shift from reactive approaches to proactive community safeguarding. Claudia shares how she’s built systems that prioritise training, support and early intervention...

Safeguarding Guidance: What to Do if You're Worried a Child Is Being Abused (Audio Version) Safeguarding is not just the responsibility of the Designated Safeguarding Lead – it’s a shared duty. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families as a part of their role has a part to play in recognising and responding to concerns. This audiobook is a free, accessible version of th...

In this episode of Safeguarding Voice , ECP Safeguarding CEO Nicole Williamson is joined by safeguarding consultant Carly Spicer to explore key safeguarding responsibilities in out-of-school settings. Together, they unpack the non-statutory Department for Education (DfE) guidance for after school clubs, tuition providers, and community activity organisers. This episode is essential listening for a...

Join us on this bonus episode of Safeguarding voice. On this episode we explore the themes, terminology and prevention advice around misogyny and young people. All through the lens of the popular Netflix series Adolescence. We hope you enjoy this episode. Amy Strode is an education and safeguarding professional, specialising for the last seven years within the counter-extremism and counter-terrori...

An essential listen for all early years practitioners! On this episode we are joined by our own ECP Safeguarding consultant Alan Gardiner talking us through the key reforms of the Early Years Statutory framework 2025. Alan breaks down for us the key changes which providers are expected to implement as of 1st September 2025. We hope you enjoy this episode  Support and Self care organisations: https...

Join us for a discussion with Annelli Peavot, Head of Safeguarding at Canterbury Christ Church University, as we delve into the topic of safeguarding in higher education. In this episode, Annelli shares her expert knowledge on the responsibilities of HE institutions in ensuring the safety of both staff and students. We explore the unique challenges faced by safeguarding professionals in higher edu...

In this episode we are joined by Annelli Peavot Head of Safeguarding with responsibilities for Prevent at Canterbury Christ Church University. Exploring the Office for Students E6 condition: Tackling Sexual harassment and sexual misconduct in higher education. Annelli shares her knowledge and expertise about the requirements for institutions, exploring undertaking a needs analysis and next steps f...

In this months episode listen in to a discussion with our podcast host Carly Spicer and our guest speaker Owen Thomas, Head of Fathers development at the gender charity Future Men. In our episode we explore the value of engaging and involving fathers in support for children and young people. Looking at current research, engagement strategies and the positive impact this can have on children, famil...

 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...

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-handbo...

Preventing Sexual Harassment in the workplace - the new Legal Duty 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 expect...

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...

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 Chil...

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 abus...

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/disclos...