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  • Recognising abuse
  • How to get help
  • Professional resources
  • Safeguarding Children Partnership
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North Somerset Safeguarding Children Partnership

Together we can tackle child abuse

report a concern about a child via the NSPCC
report abuse or neglect to our child protection team
read our report on peer-on-peer abuse and child criminal exploitation
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What is child safeguarding

Find out more about what safeguarding is, the principles that guide us in this work, and what kinds of children might need our services

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Types of child abuse

Definitions of the various types of child abuse, and how to spot the warning signs

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Recognising abuse in children

More information about the types of children vulnerable to abuse, and the warning signs to look out for

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How can I get help

Find out how you can help if you are a child or young person suffering from abuse or neglect

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Resources for children and young people

More information for children and young people on how to stay safe - online, in relationships, and in school

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Resources for parents and carers

Find out what you can do to keep your child, or a child in your care, safe from harm, abuse, and neglect

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Resources for child safeguarding professionals

Policies, guidance, and support documents that cover a range of issues in child safeguarding

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Think Family

Download our recent Think Family multi-agency guidance

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Safeguarding Children Partnership

More information about the work of the Partnership, including newsletters, meeting minutes, and governance

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