Front line workers and volunteers play very important safeguarding roles. Often, those working with children and their families can be the first to notice the signs of abuse, illness, family related issues or bullying.
If you have a serious concern about a child or family, contact MASH@torbay.gov.uk or phone 01803 208100
Get help to manage the impact of harmful adult behaviours on children and young people.
How mental health problems can affect children and young people.
Guidance for frontline practitioners
Information on what Early Help is and how to make a request for Targeted Support
Children can display harmful behaviours to themselves and others around them.
Information on the MASH and making a referral.
The golden rules of sharing information.
How to deal with allegations against your staff or volunteers.
Guidance for children who are vulnerable to or have been exploited
Support for workers in respect of online safety issues.
Find out what we do to prevent violent extremism and terrorism.
When a child is cared for by someone who is not a parent.
Guidance when employing staff who will work with children and young people.
Guidance for all those working in Early Years settings, Schools and Colleges in Torbay
Help available for children with special needs or disabilities.
Training material and helpful resource links
Torbay Children’s Services and Local Area is working to adopt Restorative Practice
