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NSPCC Learning PodcastSupporting Black mothers facing perinatal mental health challengesMental health difficulties can have a big impact on parents’ ability to provide responsive care for their babies, especially if parents aren't getting the support they need. Black mothers are disproportionately affected by mental health difficulties and are less likely to receive adequate perinatal mental health support.
In January 2025, Alexis Golden and Chi Mumbi from the NSPCC’s Pregnancy in Mind service spoke to Sandra Igwe Founder and Chief Executive at The Motherhood Group about the experiences of Black mothers and the importance of providing inclusive support for maternal mental health.
If you haven't done so alrea...2025-05-0125 minNSPCC Learning PodcastOnline safety – a young person’s perspectiveThe online world is constantly changing, and young people are often more informed about online trends than adults. Young people are equipped with their own knowledge and understanding of what they need to know and do to stay safe online. It’s important to listen to their thoughts and opinions, and try to incorporate their voice into your online safety work.
In this podcast episode, you’ll hear from Will and Zara, two young people from the NSPCC’s Voice of Online Youth Group. They provide an insight into what life online is like for them, what makes them fe...2025-02-2826 minNSPCC Learning PodcastMental health first aid kitsMental health is as important to a child’s safety as their physical health; mental health issues can sometimes lead to safeguarding and child protection issues. By recognising when a child is struggling with their mental health, and intervening to provide appropriate support, professionals working with children can help prevent mental health problems from escalating into crisis.
A mental health first aid kit is one tool that can be used to help. The kit contains a selection of resources to help young people manage their mental health if they’re struggling, such as ways to distract oneself, relax or calm...2025-01-3120 minNSPCC Learning PodcastHow to plan meaningful participation work with victims and survivors of child sexual abuseThe voices of people with lived experience of child sexual abuse play an important role in understanding how to respond to and prevent this form of abuse. Conducting participatory work with victims and survivors can move the conversation around CSA forward and create positive change.
In this episode, you’ll learn about the benefits of involving victim-survivors including the impact of an IICSA Changemaker event in which victims and survivors shared their testimonies with policy-makers; the importance of creating a comprehensive risk register and safety plans; how to create a safe and inclusive environment for participants; and what to do...2024-12-0233 minNSPCC Learning PodcastHow domestic abuse affects childrenBeing exposed to domestic abuse is a form of child abuse and children don't need to be directly involved for this to be the case. They may have seen or heard or experienced the effects of domestic abuse in the family and this can have a big impact on their behaviour, development, education and wellbeing.
In this podcast episode, experts from the NSPCC Helpline and Childline talk about that potential impact, as well as how you can spot the signs of domestic abuse and support children who are affected.
You can read this episode’s transcript on the...2024-10-2826 minNSPCC Learning PodcastTeaching sex and relationships education with Talk RelationshipsSafe and effective sex and relationships education (SRE) plays a vital role in preventing abuse. However, teaching SRE can be challenging. According to a 2022 NASUWT and NSPCC survey, 46% of teachers say they don’t feel confident teaching sex and relationships education.
In this podcast episode, actor and Childline ambassador Natalie Dormer is joined by two teachers to talk about what it's like to teach sex and relationships in secondary schools. They discuss the challenges teachers may face when teaching SRE, as well as practical solutions to these problems.
You can read this episode’s transcript on the...2024-09-0934 minNSPCC Learning PodcastThe voice of the child in social work practiceIt is important for social workers to consider the voice of the child — their experiences, their worries and their wants — when undertaking their work, particularly when conducting assessments. This improves professionals’ abilities to act in the child’s best interest.
In this episode, three consultant social workers from the NSPCC’s Quality and Practice team discuss: what we mean by ‘the voice of the child’ and why it is important; how to effectively capture the voice of the child and what barriers might get in the way of this; how to make use of the child’s voice in practical work, i...2024-07-2928 minNSPCC Learning PodcastSupporting d/Deaf children: putting the child at the centre of decision makingLanguage and communication barriers faced by d/Deaf children and young people can manifest in a way that increases safeguarding risk. It's important that there are professionals who can understand and communicate with a child or young person if they need to report or disclose any issues they are experiencing.
In this podcast episode, a panel of experts from the Social Workers with Deaf Children and Professionals Working Group explore how the differing language and communication needs of d/Deaf children can affect their safety and the child protection support they receive.
📺 A fully accessible video ver...2024-05-3137 minNSPCC Learning PodcastAbsenteeism in schoolsEducation is a vital part of ensuring children get the best possible start in life, and there can be safeguarding implications for children who are absent from school. If children miss school, the ability that schools have to offer them the support they need is compromised. And missing school may be an indicator of broader child protection concerns.
In this podcast episode, experts from the NSPCC and Childline discuss the potential causes for this, and what schools can do to address the problem. You’ll also hear two secondary school students share their thoughts on how the stresses an...2024-04-2925 minNSPCC Learning PodcastUnderstanding pre-birth assessmentsPre-birth assessments help social work professionals to identify strengths, needs, risks and protective factors in the lives of expectant families. They play an important role in safeguarding babies; effective pre-birth assessments can ensure that families get the support they need before issues escalate.
In this podcast episode, In this podcast episode, Sophie Bell, Associate Head of Development at the NSPCC, talks to Anna Squirrell and Nina Bell, social work practitioners working in children’s social care in Blackburn with Darwen. The two experts discuss the practicalities of conducting effective pre-birth assessments, including what good practice looks like, what ch...2024-03-2819 min
NSPCC Learning PodcastChildren in care | Recommendations for Change: a series about the IICSA final report - episode 3Many children enter care because they have been abused or neglected. IICSA found that, rather than being protected, many vulnerable children who entered care were subject to further abuse.
This episode of Recommendations for Change looks at the IICSA findings relating to children in care. How did institutions fail to protect looked after children, and what changes – through IICSA or other reform – need to be made to improve the care system for young people and keep them safer in future? This episode also covers the mandatory reporting recommendation made in the final IICSA report.
> Read the podc...2024-03-0432 minNSPCC Learning PodcastThe importance of data | Recommendations for Change: a series about the IICSA final report - episode 2Gathering and analysing data plays a key role in understanding the extent of child sexual abuse and exploitation (CSA and CSE). The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) final report suggests one of the reasons that the true scale of CSA in the UK is not fully understood is poor data collection.
In the second episode of our series looking at the IICSA final report, we explore the topic of data. You’ll learn how data can help professionals to prevent and respond to CSA, and what the existing data and evidence is telling us about the sc...2024-02-2828 minNSPCC Learning PodcastAn introduction to IICSA | Recommendations for Change: a series about the IICSA final report - episode 1Recommendations for Change is a new five-part podcast series from NSPCC Learning, exploring the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) final recommendations. The series breaks down why the recommendations are needed, how they’ll work if implemented, and what impact they might have on the prevention of child sexual abuse.
This first episode of the series provides the background to the Inquiry. You will learn why IICSA was set up, how the NSPCC contributed to the Inquiry, and why it’s so important for professionals working with children to be aware of the Inquiry and its findings. The...2024-02-2624 min
Do One Better with Alberto Lidji in Philanthropy, Sustainability and Social EntrepreneurshipSir Peter Wanless, CEO of the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children): Empowering Society to Protect ChildrenSir Peter Wanless, CEO of the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children), delves into their impactful work and recent legislative success driving forward the Online Safety Act.
The conversation begins with an overview of the NSPCC's mission to prevent child cruelty and protect children's rights across the UK. The episode highlights the organisation's recent legislative victories that have significantly advanced child protection law and policy.
A focal point of the discussion centers on the NSPCC's proactive engagement with policymakers and influential tech companies. This collaboration aims to address and mitigate the...2024-02-1232 min
Happy Mum Happy BabyNavigating Parental Wellbeing with NSPCC and T’Nia MillerParenting SOS is back! Every month, Gi will be delving deep into the topics you care most about, and the questions you need answered. This week is Parent Mental Health Day, and to mark the occasion we explore the ways you can protect your mental well-being throughout parenthood. Gi speaks to NSPCC Local Campaigns Manager Emma Motherwell and actor T'Nia Miller, a campaigns ambassador at the NSPCC, to find out how the charity is supporting mums and dads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2335 min
After the BellAfter The Bell - 2023 Throwback - No.1 - NSPCC Education: Learning from Case ReviewsHappy New Year and welcome back to the 'After the Bell' podcast brought to you by Connex Academy!Last year was a great year for our podcast series, so we wanted to throw it back and relive our top 3 episodes of last year!Coming in at number 1 is NSPCC Education: Learning from Case Reviews, from our Trauma-Informed Practice series episode 10.**Please note that the content discussed may be triggering, and we urge listeners to seek support if necessary**Our guest, Debbie Innis Turnill, brings 30 years of teaching...2024-01-1913 min
PocketGamer.biz PodcastS03 E20 NSPCC’s Kevin Antao And Andy Sallnow On How To Prevent Child Abuse In GamesThere’s no shortage of benefits that games bring to players, from increased creativity to developing interpersonal skills to greater self-confidence. Yet, gaming popularity grows, so do the silent risks posed to children online. Fortunately, there is an organisation leading the fight against child abuse and developing safe game design guidelines. The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) is the UK’s leading children’s charity, protecting and advocating for youth in the UK and Channel Islands for 139 years. Joining host Peggy Anne Salz on the show this week is NSPCC’s Head of New Product...2023-12-0137 minNSPCC Learning PodcastSupporting new parents through adversity – part twoThe first 1001 days of a child’s life are crucial for their development and wellbeing. Having access to caring relationships and support networks can help a child’s brain develop in a healthy way.
New parents who experience adversity, such as domestic abuse, may need additional help to build these support networks for their child.
This is the second half of a two-part podcast discussion focusing on For Baby’s Sake, a service which provides therapeutic and trauma-informed support to expectant parents who have experienced domestic abuse.
You'll hear from Ged Docherty, a Team Manage...2023-11-1325 minNSPCC Learning PodcastSupporting new parents through adversity – part oneThe first 1001 days of a child’s life are crucial for their development and wellbeing. Having access to caring relationships and support networks can help a child’s brain develop in a healthy way.
New parents who experience adversity, such as domestic abuse, may need additional help to build these support networks for their child.
This is the first part in a two-part podcast discussion focusing on For Baby’s Sake, a service which provides therapeutic and trauma-informed support to expectant parents who have experienced domestic abuse.
You'll hear from Ged Docherty, a Team Manager...2023-11-1326 minNSPCC Learning PodcastBuilding an evidence base for social workEvidence plays an important role in social work practice.
Knowledge gained from research and practical experience should be used to ensure decisions about safety and risk are well-informed and ethical.
In this podcast episode, a panel of experts from the NSPCC discuss how social workers can build and maintain an evidence base to support their work.
You can read this episode’s transcript on the NSPCC Learning website.
💬 About the speakers
Julian Fabian is a Consultant Social Worker with the NSPCC. He works across all their direct services for children in th...2023-10-0923 minNSPCC Learning PodcastWhat's next for children's social care in England? A practical perspectiveThis is the second in a two-part series looking at the future of children’s social care in England. Listen to the first episode, an interview with Josh MacAlister, here.
Earlier this year, the UK government published its vision for the reform of children's social care in England: Stable homes built on love.
The strategy sets out a number of proposals to family support and early help services, including the rollout of new multi-disciplinary family help teams to provide earlier support to families so they don't reach crisis point.
In this podcast episode three ex...2023-09-1129 minNSPCC Learning PodcastWhat’s next for children’s social care in England? An interview with Josh MacAlisterThis is the first in a two-part series looking at the future of children’s social care in England.
Earlier this year, the UK government published its vision for the reform of children's social care in England: 'Stable homes, built on love'.
The Independent Review of Children's Social Care in England, which published its final report in May 2022, provided a cornerstone for this strategy. The review was chaired by Josh MacAlister and aimed to produce recommendations for a social care system that puts lifelong loving relationships at the heart of the care system and acts decisively in r...2023-09-0427 minNSPCC Learning PodcastDomestic abuse support in the workplaceWitnessing or experiencing domestic abuse can have a detrimental effect on a child's mental, physical and economic wellbeing. By recognising when an employee or colleague is experiencing domestic abuse, professionals working in any sector can help keep children safe.
In this podcast episode, domestic abuse experts from the NSPCC Helpline discuss what you can do to support and safeguard colleagues who experience domestic abuse.
The discussion covered:
why a workplace domestic abuse policy is good practice to support non-abusing parents and their children
what should be included in a workplace domestic abuse policy
the...2023-08-0724 min
Founders For GoodSir Peter Wanless, the NSPCC: a decade leading the NSPCC in preventing cruelty to children 🧒💚Sir Peter Wanless is the CEO of NSPCC. One of the largest and longest standing charities in the UK, the NSPCC have spent over 130 years delivering on their mission to prevent cruelty to children. Peter has recently celebrated 10 years as their CEO, where he has helped modernise the charity to meet the everchanging and complex world of child abuse and neglect.The NSPCC break down their mission into three impact goals: 1. Everyone plays their part to prevent child abuse. 2. Every child is safe online. 3. Children feel safe, listened to and are supported. 2023-07-1158 min
The Social World Podcast143 Sir Peter Wanless. 10 years at NSPCCSir Peter Wanless. 10 tears at NSPCC where he has been the Chief Executive since June 2013. The charity’s longstanding purpose is to prevent cruelty to children, something it seeks to achieve through a mixture of service delivery, research, influencing, advocacy and campaigning. Among the NSPCC’s http://nspcc.org.uk direct services are Childline, 0800 1111 a confidential helpline for any young person with nowhere else to turn, the NSPCC Helpline help@nspcc.org.uk for any adult with a worry or concern about a child, the Child protection in Sport Unit and a network of service centres across the UK focused par...2023-04-2833 minNSPCC Learning PodcastSupporting children’s mental health and wellbeing in schoolsMental health problems can impact on all aspects of a child’s life, and in some cases can lead to safeguarding and child protection concerns. Education professionals are in a good position to look out for children’s mental health, promote their wellbeing and help prevent any mental health problems from escalating into more serious concerns.
This episode examines what education professionals can do to build a positive mental health culture in schools, recognise when young people are struggling with their mental heath and respond appropriately if those struggles escalate into safeguarding concerns.
Read the podcast tran...2023-02-2823 min
Twisted, Torn And MoistLet's do our bit to help- NSPCCSend us a textTo celebrate the success of Twisted, Torn And Moist It's time to give something back and my focus will be on different charities and how they help make the world a better place! We all at some point, will need help from a charity and it is my pleasure to help people understand the fabulous work that they do....So let's do our bit to help.There are so many charities out there helping to provide a better future for people and my first episode of Let's...2023-02-1602 min