Host Lloyd Perry welcomes listeners to a new academic year and reflects on the vital, everyday work of designated safeguarding leads and student support teams. He highlights recent challenges—mental health, online risks, domestic abuse and more—and celebrates the impact of noticing, listening and taking action.
This episode emphasises building a strong safeguarding culture, practising professional curiosity, and supporting colleagues. It offers practical reminders to act, record and keep the student at the centre, and previews upcoming guest conversations and Q&A sessions for the term ahead.
