Safeguarding

We all have a part to play in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults in the district.

We take our safeguarding responsibilities very seriously and whilst we do not have a statutory responsibility for child protection (this is the responsibility of Essex County Council) we must help to keep children safe and well in our district. We follow the Southend, Essex &Thurrock (SET) Safeguarding and Child Protection Procedures and the Southend, Essex &Thurrock (SET) Safeguarding Adults Guidelines.

Report

All children, young people and vulnerable adults have the right to to be safe using the services provided for them regardless of age, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or gender. This includes a right to be protected from any form of abuse.

Safeguarding children

How to report a concern and information for anyone who is concerned that a child or young person may be at risk of abuse or neglect.

Safeguarding adults

How to report a concern and information for anyone who is concerned that an adult may be at risk of abuse or neglect.

Additional information

The Essex Safeguarding Children Board (ESCB) publishes a guide to Effective Support for Children and Families in Essex. This updated document has been agreed by the Essex Statutory Partners (Essex Police, NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups and Essex County Council) who are responsible for the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Arrangements in Essex.

Extra information for carers and professionals.