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Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we continue our conversations with Dr. Jeremy Davies from The Fatherhood Institute, as well as colleagues from Public Health Nursing and Children Social Care to talk about the work they're undertaking to improve father engagement in order to safeguard children and help them to thrive.If you'd like to find out more about The Fatherhood Institute go to their website https://www.fatherhoodinstitute.org/Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

1/13/25 • 58:27

Get in touch with us at The P PodTodays episode has been in the works for some time and we've been lucky enough to be able to do a deep dive into the topic of how services can better engage with fathers and male carers.This is an area that's been highlighted in countless case reviews around the country, in recent national case reviews and through reports including "The Myth of Invisible Men" by The Fatherhood Institute and "Unseen Men: Learning from Case Reviews" by the NSPCC and arguably an area where there's still a lot of work to be done.So in this episode we speak with Dr. Jeremy Davies, Deputy Chief-Exec & Head of Impact and Communications at The Fatherhood Institute, as well as having an opportunity to hear from dads themselves of their experiences and the work being done in maternity services to improve father engagement.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

1/6/25 • 42:54

Get in touch with us at The P PodJoin Steve and the rest of the SSCP Business unit as we wrap up some of the Partnership activity that's been taking place throughout 2024, as well as the work individual members of the SSCP Business Unit have been up to - as well as a chance to look forward into some of the ongoing work in 2025.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

12/16/24 • 58:42

Get in touch with us at The P PodWe continue our conversation today with Detective Sargent Harvey Ahern from the Avon & Somerset Police's Internet Child Abuse Team (ICAT)In this episode we focus on some of the challenges facing the work of the team, including tackling the advance of new technologies and AI, as well as working in a global arena with foreign governments, international police and multinational tech companies.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

12/13/24 • 46:23

Get in touch with us at The P PodThis week we talk with Detective Sgt. Harvey Ahern from Avon & Somersets Internet Child Abuse Team (ICAT) about the work that he and his team undertake to safeguard and protect children online, as well as how they respond to suspected or known abuse and police the internet, both on a local and global level. Links referred to in this episode:CEOP Website (Child Exploitation & Online Protection)Stop It NowPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

11/18/24 • 48:14

Get in touch with us at The P PodEver heard of Family Group Conferences but not sure what they are or how they work?Tracey Seager and Lisa Taylor from Somerset's Family Group Conference service join us today to talk about the amazing work that they and their team do to work with families to help them devise solutions to keep their children safe.You can find out more information here:Family Group Conferences - Family Rights GroupPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

11/4/24 • 63:23

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday we speak with Jo Burt and Alyssa Belcher from Somerset Council's Preventing Exploitation Team who join us at The P Pod to talk about the work they do to support children, young people and parents where there are concerns of exploitation and how through the adoption of a Trauma Informed Approach it has allowed them to successfully engage with victims and parents and ensure support provided is based on a strong understanding of the trauma all involved have experienced.For more details please visit the SSCP's Child Exploitation page HEREPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

10/21/24 • 45:15

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode I speak with two of my colleagues from the SSCP Business Unit, Jasmine Wark, Business Unit Manager, and Nicole Wooldridge, Project Support Officer where we discuss Resolving Professional Differences (RPD's) - in other words, what you need  to do if you have concerns that action being taken, or not taken, places a child at increased risk of harm (known in some parts of the country as an Escalation Policy).We hear from both of my guests about what Resolving Professional Differences is, why we have it, the themes from learning when there has been professional disagreement and what exactly happens when someone submits an RPD.Jasmine also puts Steve on the spot with a quickfire round of what he would do in various situations!The Resolving Professional Differences Protocol can be found on the SSCP website HEREPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

10/7/24 • 42:30

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday we're lucky enough to speak with one of the countries leading experts on Trauma Informed Practice, Dr. Karen Treisman MBE, Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist.I first met Karen earlier this year where we were both keynote speakers at a conference on Neglect and I was inspired by her knowledge and passion for the subject, and I hope you'll be equally inspired by her today.You can find details of Somerset's Trauma Informed Network, where you'll find information, resources, videos and literature on Trauma Informed Practice, as well as to sign up to the network HEREIf you would like to find out more about Karen and her work go to her website Safe Hands Thinking MindsPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

9/23/24 • 51:44

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we're pleased to welcome back Jackie Webb, our Motivational Interviewing trainer where today we talk about the difference between 'Doing MI' and 'Being MI', or simply put, how to learn and really embed it into practice.If you've not heard any of the previous episodes we recommend you go back and listen to Parts 1-5 of this MI podcast series first as it'll help todays episode make much more sense.We're inviting you to post your questions to Jackie for our next episode, so if you have anything MI related you'd like to get her views on you can send us your questions here or alternatively just drop us an email at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk Links to references made in this episode:Good Books on MI Further Reading & ResourcesVideo ResourcesMI Training Available through the SSCPPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

9/9/24 • 53:19

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays special episode we speak with Gill Bawler, Service Manager for Partnership Transformation to inform you of all of the key updates that have recently been published in the update to Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023) and the Information Sharing Guidance (2024).Importantly we discuss the issue of consent to share information and when it is or isn't appropriate to seek consent, as well as the legal basis, and responsibility we all have, to seek and share information when this relates to protecting a child from harm.Alongside this podcast we've also provided a raft of information, videos, animations, in-house presentation briefings and resources on the new dedicated SSCP Webpage HERE After todays episode we'll be taking a little break from the P Pod to record lots more episodes for you from September.One of these episodes will be continuing our series with Motivational Interviewing expert, Jackie Webb, which will include a special "Ask the Expert" episode where you can put your questions directly to Jackie.To pose a question just click on this link - we can't wait to hear your burning MI questions!So thanks for listening, we hope you have a good summer, and we'll see you again in September!Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

7/22/24 • 35:06

Get in touch with us at The P PodBeing a parent is tough, especially when you have a baby who won't stop crying.Sadly over the last few years we've seen a huge rise in harm caused to young babies, so today we're joined by Father CoOrdinator with Dad Matters, Charlie Hull and Clinical Practice Educator for Public Health Nursing, Ellie Wylie to talk about how the ICON Strategy and resources can help practitioners engage with parents to help them cope with crying and protect their baby from harm.Links referred to in this episode: Dad Matters Somerset | Home-Start West Somerset (homestart-westsomerset.org.uk) Home Start West Somerset - Support, Friendship and Help for families in West Somerset (homestart-westsomerset.org.uk) Health Visiting Service (somerset.gov.uk) Home - ICON Cope Pre-Birth & Under 2s - Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership Somerset Pre-Birth Workbook - Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership eLearning : ICON-Babies-cry-you-can-cope (event-booking.org.uk)Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

7/1/24 • 38:05

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we speak with Mark Jackson, TRiM (Trauma Risk Management) Co-Ordinator for the Avon & Somerset Police who talks to us about the work he undertakes to support officers and wider police staff when they may have experienced trauma and the importance of embedding a Trauma Informed Approach throughout an organisation.Find details of Somerset's Trauma Informed Network, including information, resources and training available here: Somerset Trauma Informed Network - Somerset Safeguarding Children PartnershipPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

6/17/24 • 49:21

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn today's episode we hear first hand the devastating impact that abuse has on children and young people when we speak to a survivor of sexual abuse, who joins us to share her story to help us to learn how we can best support victims at the most critical times in their lives.Importantly though, we also speak with Jodie and Ellie from Barnardos Phoenix Project, who work to support victims of sexual abuse recover from their trauma.If you have been affected by today's episode support is available nationally through the Governments webpage: Support for victims of sexual violence and abuse - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)and locally in Somerset support is also provided by SARSAS: SARSAS homeIf you'd like to find out more about the amazing work of the Phoenix Project you can find further details on their website here: Somerset Phoenix ProjectPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

6/3/24 • 84:24

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday we're joined at the P Pod by our colleagues Lisa Hucker and Philippa Small from the Family Front Door, who are the front door for children's services in Somerset.In today's episode we talk about the role the front door plays in ensuring families receive the right help at the right time, and in particular what they look for when triaging an Early Help Assessment (EHA) when agencies are requesting the help of the Family Intervention Service or Children Social Care.Links for sites referred to in this episode include:About Children’s Social Care (somerset.gov.uk)Professional ChoicesReport a Concern - Somerset Safeguarding Children PartnershipPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

5/20/24 • 44:42

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday sees the launch of the Somerset Trauma Informed Network so we've put together this special episode to introduce it to you and to find out what Trauma Informed Practice is, what it means for you, and how it can help the support offered to children and families.In todays episode we speak with a number of professionals from across the Partnership to find out what exactly a Trauma Informed approach entails, and how you can get involved.To find about more about the network and get involved go to the Somerset Trauma Informed Network siteOther links referred to in this episode:Home | Avon & Somerset Violence Reduction Partnership (asvrp.co.uk)Somerset's Education Psychology ServiceTrauma Informed Training for SchoolsMotivational Interviewing TrainingPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

5/7/24 • 35:15

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn today's episode I'm pleased to be joined again by MI Trainer, Jackie Webb and Consultant Social Worker Sharron Ricketts to continue our conversation about how MI can be used to support families and safeguard children.In previous episodes we've discussed how MI can be used to support change - but what about those times when the journey of change isn't an option, and we need to deliver difficult messages and hold really challenging conversations?Is MI still relevant in these situations?Once again Jackie joins us to share some of her knowledge and wisdom on the subject, and Sharron shares with us some of the really challenging situations she's had to face when working with families in crisis, and how MI has guided her to gain positive outcomes for children.If you've not heard any of the previous episodes in this MI series we recommend going back and listening to Parts 1-4 first, before listening to this episode.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

4/29/24 • 48:10

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we're joined by a real expert in his field, Jordan Alexander, CEO of Prism Training and Chair of the National Working Group of Abuse Linked to Faith or Belief.This is an area that many may have heard of, but few of us really understand the intricacies of so we're so pleased Jordan has taken the time to inform us on this subject.For local guidance, policy and procedure go to Child Abuse linked to Faith or Belief (trixonline.co.uk)For further details on Prism Training go to www.prismtraining.org.ukPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

4/15/24 • 52:07

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we speak with Anthony Goble, one of the Local Authority Designated Officers (LADO's) for Somerset, about the role of the LADO and their role in safeguarding children and supporting the process when an allegation is made against someone who works with children.If you'd like to find out more about the Managing Allegations process you can find this on the SSCP Website HEREIf you are from an education setting within Somerset and would like to book your free space on the Managing Low Level Concerns Training you can find this on the SSCP Training Page HEREPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

4/1/24 • 60:49

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode I speak with Chloe Deverell, Team Manager for Child Exploitation within Children Social Care about her experience of working in this field and the importance of everyone working together to safeguard and respond to concerns relating to the exploitation of children and young people.You can find details on Child Exploitation on the SSCP Webpage here: Child Exploitation - Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnershipas well as further information here:Stop CSE – Stop Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)Avon and Somerset Police – Child Sexual Exploitation and Hate crimeGOV.UK – Safeguarding Children and Young People from Sexual ExploitationNSPCC – What is child sexual exploitation?Barnardos – Child Sexual Abuse and ExploitationPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

3/18/24 • 46:34

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday we bring you a special episode where Jackie Webb, MI Trainer and Consultant Social Worker Sharron Ricketts have agreed to join us to hold a live Motivational Interviewing conversation to demonstrate how MI can actually work in practice.If you've not hear our previous 3 episodes on MI with Jackie we strongly recommend you go back and listen to these first as this episode will make a lot more sense if you do.As talked about in the episode, a one day Introduction to Motivational Interviewing course run by Jackie is being offered fully funded by the SSCP for all Somerset agencies (except for colleagues from children Social Care who undertake the more intensive 3 day course) so make sure you book your free space by visiting the SSCP Training Page HEREDon't forget - if you have any questions or comments on today's or any previous episodes, or would like to be part of future episodes please get in touch with us at ThePPod@somerset.gov.ukPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

3/4/24 • 49:56

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn this episode we talk to Fiona Phur, Participation and Partnerships Business Manager, Paul Mitchell, Senior Partnership Engagement Officer and Gaby Sorgente, SEND Young People's Champion about how and why Children & Young People influence change across the Partnership.For further information on the topic discussed in today's episode go to:Web pages:Somerset Young People’s VoiceSomerset Youth ParliamentSiCC and SLCC (Somerset In Care Councils)Unstoppables Social Media:Facebook  | @SomersetYouthVoiceInstagram | @SomersetYouthVoiceThreads | @SomersetYouthVoiceTwitter/X | @SomerYouthVoice E-Mail: participationmailbox@somerset.gov.uk Expression of Interest Form to join a Youth Voice Group: https://forms.office.com/e/BvRrssv2JGPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

2/26/24 • 33:53

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn todays episode we speak with Jayden Mills, Complex Care Midwife with Somerset Foundation Trust (SFT) about how she and the WREN Team support parents with complex needs and ensure effective safeguarding in the Pre-Birth period.If you'd like to find out more about the WREN Team go to The WREN team - Maternity (somersetft.nhs.uk)You can find more information to support unborn babies on the SSCP Website HERE, as well as the Pre-Birth Planning Toolkit and the resources to help support unborn babies in the Pre-Birth Workbook.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

2/12/24 • 27:26

Get in touch with us at The P PodMotivational Interviewer Trainer, Jackie Webb, joins us for another episode where we further explore MI and how it can be used to support families.Today we begin to delve into some of the techniques that you can use in practice, and focus on promoting change through MI conversations.If you've not listened to Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Using Motivational Interviewing to Support Families' we recommend you listen to these first.Don't forget - Jackie is also running one day "Introduction to MI" training, which is being fully funded by the SSCP and is available for all professionals across Somerset (except for CSC who complete the 3 day training with Jackie).Places on these courses fill up fast, so book your place today!If you're enjoying the episodes with Jackie, don't worry, there will be more and next time we'll see how MI can work in practice.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

1/29/24 • 41:34

Get in touch with us at The P PodWe're joined again in the studio for todays episode by Donna Markham, Team Leader for the Kinship Team in Somerset's Children Social Care who this time talks to us about Special Guardianship Orders and other forms of care arrangements for Children & Young People.You can find out further details on SGO's and other information relating to fostering and other care arrangements for children in Somerset  HEREPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

1/15/24 • 33:13

Get in touch with us at The P PodIn this episode we speak with Suzie Figg, Team Leader and Young Carers Lead for Somerset Council's Children's Services and Mel Bicknell, from Youth Unlimited CiC who is the Young Carers in Schools Award CoOrdinator about what it means to be a Young Carer and what support is available for them in Somerset.You can find more information on Youth Unlimited CiC and the Young Carers in Schools Award HERE and support provided by Somerset Council HERE.As always you can also find out more on the topic through the SSCP Website HEREThe audio clip of the experience of a Young Carer is courtesy of Channel 4 News, with the article available on YouTube HERE Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

1/2/24 • 47:16

Get in touch with us at The P PodWorking Together to Safeguard Children has just been updated.We join Jasmine Wark, Business Manager of the SSCP Business Unit where she outlines to us what changes have taken place and what they mean for you.Documents referred to in this episode:Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023 Summary of ChangesChildren Social Care Review: Stable Homes, Built on LoveChildren Social Care National FrameworkPlease note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

12/28/23 • 20:37

Get in touch with us at The P PodAs we come towards the end of this year here's a roundup of what's been going on at The P Pod, and what's upcoming in 2024.Before the years out though we'll be bringing you a special bonus episode on the recent updates to Working Together to Safeguard Children which was published on the 15th December.Thank you to everyone for all of you support since this podcast was launched a few months ago and we look forward to you joining us again next year at The P Pod.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

12/21/23 • 16:00

Get in touch with us at The P PodWe're joined back in the studio today by Jackie Webb, MI Trainer, who answers the fundamental question of why MI can be tricky to put into practice and what can be done to really be effective in supporting families to make positive change.Links:"Introduction to Motivational Interviewing Training" available in SomersetWelcome to the Motivational Interviewing Website! | Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT)MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING UK & IRELAND - Home (mintukandireland.org)JacquelineWebb | Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT)Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

12/4/23 • 47:59

Get in touch with us at The P PodToday we speak with Claire Winter, Executive Director - Children, Families and Education for Somerset Council and member of the SSCP Executive Group where we discuss how the Local Authority work with partners to safeguard children.Please note – due to the nature of this podcast, themes relating to the abuse and neglect of children are discussed with the content being designed for an adult audience for educational purposes, in order to protect children from harm.Therefore listener discretion is advised and the content considered unsuitable for children.Further details of topics discussed can be found on the SSCP Website: somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.ukIf you have any comments or questions from this podcast, or would like to be involved in a future episode please get in touch at ThePPod@somerset.gov.uk To access the transcript for this episode go to The P Pod (somersetsafeguardingchildren.org.uk) and click on the episode for details.

11/20/23 • 48:07