The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) training is now part of the WSSCP core training offer and sessions are held monthly to enable practitioners to understand the role of the LADO in relation to safeguarding children and young people when allegations are made against potentially unsuitable adults. 

Here are some comments form practitioners who have already attended this session:

"One of the best trainings I've attended - wealth of information delivered at a good level with the flexibility to respond to questions accurately and with great knowledge"

" This training was excellent. The trainers were very knowledgeable & personable. One of the best training sessions I've attended. Thank you"

Sessions are 3 hours long and dates and full details can be found on the WSSCP Training Calendar

TA-HSB is when children and young people use the internet or technology such as mobile phones to engage in sexual activity that may be harmful to themselves or others.

Listen to Pat Branigan, the NSPCC’s Associate Head of Development, Emma Hodgson, an NSPCC development social worker and Carol Carson from the AIM Project discuss:

the prevalence and different forms of TA-HSB

the NSPCC's research into this area

the challenges for professionals around the fast-paced nature of technology

resources available to help develop confidence in managing incidents of TA-HSB. To access this podcast click on the link below:

Podcast: technology-assisted harmful sexual behaviour | NSPCC Learning

Following a themed West Sussex safeguarding review which featured three babies under the age of 1, the WSSCP will be releasing a podcast early next year which will include an overview of each case, the learning that was identified and how practitioners can change or enhance their practice to keep this vulnerable age group safe. The WSSCP aims to provide the children's workforce with a range of learning tools and resources that are accessible and easy to use in team meetings and during supervision. These promote discussion and encourage a focus on learning and facilitating positive change. Watch this space!