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Welcome to ECP Safeguarding's podcast. Our mission is to create a safer place where everyone reaches their potential free from harm. Our podcast aims to make safeguarding accessible to professionals and easy to understand.
ECP Safeguarding is a specialist child protection and safeguarding training company working with organisations across all sectors who come into contact with children, young people, families and adults at risk.
Our Mission is to use our passion, knowledge and expertise to empower professionals with the skills and confidence to keep people safe, reach their potential, and thrive.
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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 psychological impacts. Catherine brings her wealth of experience leading the National Stalking Helpline, t...
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 — ensuring volunteers, staff and community members feel confident to raise concerns and better pr...
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 anyone working with children and young people outside of mainstream education—including tutors, vol...
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-terrorism sector, providing proactive support and contextual safeguarding interventions across all stage...
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://napac.org.uk/ https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ https://www.m...
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 education, including preventing radicalization and discuss the essential elements of robust safeguar...
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 for HE providers. We hope you enjoy this episode. Resources and further reading: https://www.offic...
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, families and communities. Resources and further reading: Supporting evidence-informed practice with ...
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 Needs and Disabilities. We hope you enjoy this episode. Guest speaker- Caroline Dulin F...
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-handbook-eif The Safeguarding Voice podcast brought to you by ECP Safeguarding.
Preventing Sexual Harassment in the workplace - the new Legal DutyListen 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 expected to be enforced as of October 2024. Colin Lock is a HR professional with over 40 years experienc...
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 those affected and where to refer for futher support. Guest Speakers; Liam - Youth Justic Servic...
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 Children from Sexual Abuse Sextortion.co.uk The Safeguarding Voice podcast brought to you by ...
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 abuse Prevention and Response. Further reading and guidance: https://www.met.police.uk/advice/advice...
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/disclosure-and-barring-service link to guidance documents. Jordan Hayden is the Regional Outreach ...
Working holistically in a trauma informed way with the whole family is important when there are concerns about domestic abuse. In this episode we learn more about ‘The For Baby’s Sake Trust’. A domestic abuse charity whose vision is to tackle the root causes of disadvantage and vulnerability with expectant parents, in a trauma informed way, and giving advice on how we as practitioners can support everyone, even very young babies who do not yet have a voice. Brenda Evans – The for Baby’s Sake ...
Capturing the voice and views of people is one of the key principles to effective safeguarding practice. But what if there are speech and language or communication barriers? Listen to our latest episode to learn some practical tips and resources on how to effectively engage and capture the voice and views of young people with learning differences or SEND. Jeanette Fuster: Safeguarding Officer Westlea school. Kathryn White: Attendance and Safeguarding Officer Westlea school. Catherine Go...
Regularly reviewing Safeguarding systems and processes is an essential part of practice in all organisations. Join us in this episode to hear from the Designated Safeguarding Officer Gemma Chaffey. Showcasing best practice examples of safeguarding systems and culture in the Hertfordshire Football Association. Gemma Chaffey- Designated Safeguarding Officer for Hertfordshire Football Association WTSC: (add after its been re-recorded) In this episode we are joined by ECP’s Nicole Williamso...
In this episode we are joined by ECP’s Chief Executive, Nicole Williamson where we explore all the latest changes in the new 2023 edition of 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' guidance. This statutory guidance on multi-agency working is designed to facilitate collaboration among different agencies to support, safeguard, and enhance the well-being of children. It provides a framework for coordinated efforts to address the diverse needs of children, emphasising the importance of working t...
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service Jordan Hayden is the Regional Outreach Adviser for the North West Region of England. He is part of the Partnerships Team and is responsible for building relationships with organisations throughout the North West, and providing support with DBS products, processes and legislation. Prior to joining the DBS Partnerships Team, Jordan worked for the Department for Work and Pensions, monitoring and managing payments of disab...
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