Essex Safeguarding Children Board
Frequently asked questions
- Q. I'm concerned about a child. What should I do?
- Q. How do I get a copy of the child protection guidance for Essex?
- Q. I run a club / organisation that works with children and young people, can you provide me with guidance on what child protection policies and procedures I should have in place?
- Q. Do you offer any training in safeguarding and child protection?
- Q.What is a serious case, part or chapter 8 review?
If you would like further information or advice please do not hesitate to contact us.
Q. I'm concerned about a child. What should I do?
If you are concerned that a child needs help or is at risk of being harmed you need to make a referral to Essex Social Care. For full details on how to do this please look at the Worried about a child? section of this web site.
Q. How do I get a copy of the child protection guidance for Essex?
The child protection guidance for Essex is called the ‘SET Procedures’. Further information about the Procedures and how they can be accessed can be found on the SET Procedures page of this website.
The ESCB has a guide on developing child protection policies and practice guidelines which is aimed at private and voluntary organisations working with children and young people.
Q. Do you offer any training in safeguarding and child protection?
A. The ESCB offers a range of child protection training opportunities including an online basic awareness course and multi-agency courses for practitioners. Full details can be found in the Training and Development section of this website.
Q: What is a serious case, part or chapter 8 review?
A: Serious Case Review, also known as Part or Chapter 8 reviews are reviews that Local Safeguarding Children Boards are obliged to conduct in a number of circumstances. Full information on be found on the Serious Case Reviews page of this website.
