⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses the tragic case of a young person who took their own life.
In this powerful episode, we revisit a live webinar hosted by Patronus Safeguarding, where our very own Chris East joined Klaudia Ratajzack and Martin Chapman to walk through a real and deeply affecting safeguarding case.
Chris shares his experience as a DSL and Safeguarding Manager in a Further and Higher Education setting, from attending a child-in-need meeting for a student with a difficult start in life, to receiving the devastating news of her death.
Together with Patronus, he reflects on how the case was managed, the emotional impact it had, and the vital lessons learned.
This is an important conversation for anyone working in safeguarding. It highlights the human reality behind our systems, and the critical need for a joined-up, compassionate, and well-supported safeguarding approach.
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Producers of this episode: Chris East, Leah East
Host of this episode: Chris East
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