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What to Do if You're Worried a Child Is Being Abused

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Safeguarding Guidance: What to Do if You're Worried a Child Is Being Abused (Audio Version)

Safeguarding is not just the responsibility of the Designated Safeguarding Lead – it’s a shared duty. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families as a part of their role has a part to play in recognising and responding to concerns.

This audiobook is a free, accessible version of the official government guidance: What to do if you’re worried a child is being abused. It’s designed to support practitioners identify the signs of child abuse and neglect and understand what action to take.

Listening to this guidance helps create stronger safeguarding cultures where staff can recognise the signs of abuse or neglect, understand how to respond, and feel confident in reporting concerns. This isn’t about ticking boxes – it’s about developing a mindset where every concern is taken seriously, and every child is protected.

Stream this safeguarding audiobook on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Full written guidance available here

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a80597640f0b62302692fa1/What_to_do_if_you_re_worried_a_child_is_being_abused.pdf

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