🌟 Join an inspiring in person Workshop! Somerset Council – Engagement and Participation Team The Somerset Council Engagement and Participation Team is excited to invite children, young people, families, and the professionals who support them to a dynamic in person workshop designed to showcase the meaningful opportunities available across Somerset. The event will be taking […]
It’s that time of year again! Steve Macabee has gathered the team for a festive edition of the P Pod Christmas Special, where they take a moment to reflect on everything accomplished in 2025 and share their thoughts on what’s coming in 2026. This special episode offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into the
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The festive period often means exciting gifts—and for many children, that includes their very first mobile phone. While phones can help children stay connected, learn, and have fun, they also introduce new responsibilities and risks. As professionals, you can play a vital role in helping families prepare for safe and positive experiences by sharing these
We’re excited to announce the launch of our Safeguarding in Sport webpage on the Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership (SSCP) site! This dedicated hub is designed to support safeguarding practitioners, coaches, and welfare officers in creating safe, inclusive environments for children and young people in sport. Why it matters: Safeguarding in sport is essential to protect
Join us for this truly special edition of the P Pod Podcast, recorded live on 1st December 2025 as part of the SSCP Forum Week dedicated to tackling Child Sexual Abuse (CSA). This episode brings together Sally Shearer OBE, Chair of the National Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel, who shares insights from the Panel’s landmark
The Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership (SSCP) is inviting all multi-agency practitioners to take part in the Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) Practitioner Confidence & Knowledge Survey. > Take part in the survey and ‘have your say’ – click here The survey takes 5 minutes to complete and is a vital part of our ongoing Quality Assurance
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In this episode, we talk to Tamsin Sheldrake from the NSPCC to explore the organisation’s vital role in protecting children and supporting schools across the UK. Tamsin shares insights from her work within the Schools Service Team, which delivers programs designed to educate children about staying safe and helps schools address safeguarding challenges effectively. The
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In this episode we hear from Alison Jenkinson and Tim McDonald from Avon and Somerset Police’s Lighthouse Safeguarding Unit. Every year, this dedicated unit tackles over 100,000 critical tasks, standing at the forefront of safeguarding children and vulnerable individuals. Their work is nothing short of vital—liaising across multi-agency partners to address the complex and evolving
Young people in Somerset spoke up—and we listened. The Highlight Youth Hubs are back with fresh venues and updated times, ready to make a difference where it matters most. The Highlight Youth Hubs are part of a wider initiative tackling concerns around anti-social behaviour and violence in Somerset town centres. But they’re more than just
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In this episode we hear from Lauren and Georgie from Fearless (part of Crimestoppers). Recently the SSCP were asked a powerful question: “If a Young Person has a concern about exploitation or any type of crime, how can they report it?” It’s a vital issue—especially when many of the reporting routes we often discuss are
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