Safeguarding training sessions that take place over video call. These sessions are available to everyone. There is no need to book a place and they are free to attend. At the time of the webinar, click on the Zoom link at the day/time of the event to join the call.
Child Sexual Exploitation
''The warning signs were all there but no one noticed'' - Recognising and Responding to Child Sexual Exploitation.
Date: Wednesday 12th May 2021
Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Presenter: Jo Richie, Advanced Social Worker - CSE, Bristol City Council.
Back again for a second time due to high demand. An opportunity to refresh our knowledge regarding indicators of child sexual exploitation and a chance to reflect on best practises for recognising and responding to signs.
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Meeting ID: 935 2463 7207
We have added recordings of the previous webinars in case you missed the live event or if you want to view the session again or share with your colleagues.
A practical grasp of how PTSD affects the mind and how to work around it
Recorded on 20th August 2020
Presented by Kathryn Antrobus, Adult Mental Health Specialist
It is thought that breaking down a mental health presentation into what is known as a formulation, can identify many useful tools and interventions which will vary depending on your role. PTSD can be particularly daunting. By learning how it functions and how it is maintained, it is hoped you will be better armed with more resources and more confidence with your supportive roles.
Watch the Formulating PTSD within Domestic Abuse and Violence Webinar on YouTube
The impact on adult mental health of the covid-19 crisis
Recorded on 10th September 2020
Presented by Adam Deuchars (AMHS, FIF, E/C & North)
Adam discusses the possible implications of the impact on adult mental health of the Covid-19 crisis. Looking at both short term and long term mental health affected by the above including our own and the individuals you might work with.
Managing Allegations
Recorded on 17th September 2020
Presented by Nicola Laird, Bristol LADO
Learning about the role and function of the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) ensures that everyone takes the appropriate actions when a concern is raised about staff or volunteers. This session will provide a practical guide to what the LADO does, when they need to be involved and why their role is so important in keeping children and young people safe. This is particularly useful for anyone who manages staff or volunteers.
Recorded on 16th October 2020
Presented by Dr Mary Gainsborough, DCI Larisa Hunt, DI Kristina Windsor and Dr Sarah Dawkins
This webinar provides background, guidance and decision making for health professionals, police and social care staff involved in the Joint Agency Response to a child death, with the aim to enable staff to fulfill their role in the process.
Recorded on 20th October 2020
Presented by Becky Lewis, Strategic Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service Manager at Bristol City Council
A briefing on the findings of the national review into safeguarding children at risk of criminal exploitation that was published earlier this year by the national Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel. The webinar explored the key themes from the review and what they mean for practice and systems in Bristol.
Recorded on Thursday 26th November 2020
Presented by Lisa Durston - Service Development Project Officer, Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (SARSAS)
A presentation of learnings from the organisation, challenging some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding older women and sexual violence that may prevent them from disclosing or seeking support for their experiences. As well as covering possible signs to look out for and what you can do to support the older women you may work with.
Recorded on Monday 7th December 2020.
Presented by Alice Hunt, Be Safe Service & Larisa Hunt, Avon & Somerset Police.
A presentation that gives an introduction to working with children and young people who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviour.
Recorded on Wednesday 9th December 2020.
Presented by Georgina Huntley, Service Development Support Worker for Women with Learning Disabilities and Autism, Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (SARSAS).
Recorded on Tuesday 15th December 2020.
Presented by Becky Lewis, Strategic Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service Manager, Bristol City Council & Charlene Richardson, Safer Options Coordinator, Bristol City Council.
Webinar recording coming soon.
A look at the 12 Rapid Reviews that have taken place in Bristol in the last 20 months.
Recorded on Friday 26th March 2021.
Presented by Becky Lewis, Strategic Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service Manager at Bristol City Council and Rebecca Dible, Project Officer at Keeping Bristol Safe Partnership.