Somerset’s New Dads’ Supporter Programme was created to help shift the focus from almost exclusively supporting mothers to a more balanced situation that recognises the important role that dads play in their children’s lives. We know that when dads are happy and have a strong bond to their child that they have better mental and physical […]
In this episode we speak with Natalie Hanna, Headteacher and Executive member of the SSCP (representing the education sector) and explore the evolving role of education within the safeguarding partnerships, both in Somerset, and nationally. We highlight the challenges and opportunities faced in integrating education as a statutory partner and the complexities of multi-agency collaboration,
The P Pod: The Future of Education in Safeguarding Read More »
Friday 30th May saw the first Somerset Youth Safety Day in Bridgwater, uniting multi-agency teams to promote community safety in the town and provide support to residents. Professionals from the Police, Somerset Council, health services and the voluntary sector were out and about in Bridgwater to speak with members of the public, listen to their
Every year social workers, leaving care workers, designated teachers and residential support staff have the opportunity to nominate the young people that they work with for recognition of their personal fantastic developments and achievements at the SiCC & SLCC Annual Achievement Awards. The Annual Achievement Awards will be taking place on Thursday 24 July this
In this episode we explore the vital role of SWISH, the Somerset-wide integrated sexual health service, in supporting young people’s sexual health needs. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by young people, including peer pressure, social media influences, and barriers to accessing services. The importance of consent, safeguarding, and collaboration with multi-agency partners is emphasized,
Somerset remains a safe place to live, however the impact and fear of knife crime is a national and local concern. This May Somerset partners are coming together to raise awareness of knife crime prevention. We believe that by working together, we can create a safer future for young people. Knife crime is not an inevitable part
We’re supporting Knife Crime Awareness Week 19th – 25th May Read More »
Jump and Thrive is a Year 7 regulation support programme designed to address key challenges in school attendance and exclusion rates within Somerset. In a bid to ease the often challenging transition from primary to secondary school, a new programme ‘Jump and Thrive’ has been launched with a proactive, trauma-informed approach. This initiative is specifically
Jump and Thrive – a trauma informed approach to regulation in schools Read More »
Somerset Youth Forum is inviting all young people who live or go to school or college in Somerset aged 10-18 years (up to 25 years with SEND) to our May Youth Forum meeting, to discuss the sport options in Somerset schools and colleges. This meeting will be taking place on Wednesday 21 May, 5.30-7.00pm on
What do young people think about sport in their school or college? Read More »
In this episode we were joined by Dr. Lou Newbury, Named Doctor for Child Safeguarding from Somerset Foundation Trust who talks to us about the importance of understanding non-fatal strangulation for both adults and children and how crucial it is that we understand the signs, symptoms and risks associated with it, as well as how
The P Pod: The Hidden Dangers of Non-Fatal Strangulation with Dr Lou Newbury Read More »
We are delighted to be holding our latest online Forum Week in June! Building on the success of our December Forum Week Online Safety, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming June Forum week and welcome you to join us online for our interactive webinars which will focus on Children, Violence and Vulnerabilities. Sessions are
