Child abuse
Child abuse can take a range of different forms. It is any action by another person (adult or child) that causes harm to a child. It can be defined as physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse or neglect.
Keeping children safe
Keeping children safe isn’t just about protecting them from physical abuse. It is important to be aware of issues such as cyberbullying, online grooming and sexually harmful behaviour.
Health and wellbeing
All children and young people deserve to be healthy and happy. Good physical and emotional health plays an important part in helping them to live a fulfilled life.
Life chances
We want all children in Devon to have the best start in life and, as they grow into young adults, to have access to opportunities for training, education, employment and apprenticeships to help them gain the skills they need to become independent and thrive.
Children and Young People’s Plan 2019 – 2023
We are passionate that every child in Devon should have the best possible start in life and the opportunity to thrive. To help, we are working together to be there for children and families with the right support, at the right time, and in the right place.
Training and resources for professionals
We believe that training and workforce development is essential to help protect children and young people in Devon. We provide a range of information and resources for professionals and volunteers, including a calendar of training events and links to online learning.
Safer recruitment
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children.
Policies and procedures
Safeguarding policies and guidance, links to the South West Child Protection Procedures resource, as well as professional information about specific topics.
Training and resources for professionals
We believe that training and workforce development is essential to help protect children and young people in Devon. We provide a range of information and resources for professionals and volunteers, including a calendar of training events and links to online learning.
Safer recruitment
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children.
Policies and procedures
Safeguarding policies and guidance, links to the South West Child Protection Procedures resource, as well as professional information about specific topics.
6 April 2020
Devon needs you! Jobs in health and social care
Job seekers, students back from university, college leavers and former care and health staff are being encouraged to help support the county’s most vulnerable.
27 March 2020
New domestic abuse campaign launched
Partner agencies across Devon and Cornwall are launching a campaign to raise awareness around domestic abuse and have warned that it may increase in the coming weeks
23 March 2020
All DCFP training and events cancelled
Due to the current Covid-19 situation, all training and events are cancelled until further notice. In order to be able to offer continual professional development opportunities, we are now working
30 January 2020
Devon celebrates Young Carers Awareness Day
“My mum was born without a thyroid gland. She has learning difficulties and some physical problems, and she gets depressed. Her problems have affected me and my sister in lots
23 October 2019
Release of the Autism Progression Framework 2.0
The Autism Education Trust has released the latest version of its Autism Progression Framework. It is FREE to download and offers a comprehensive interactive assessment tool for children and young
23 October 2019
Free Communication, Speech and Language training
The Communication Trust is offering a FREE online short course entitled An introduction to speech, language and communication. The course offers a great way to start learning about children and
23 March 2020
FAQs about Coronavirus and its impact on schools
We understand that our residents and visitors may have concerns about Coronavirus and its impact on schools and families. As such, Devon County Council has created a page where you
23 January 2020
Devon SEND e-Learning available now
A new Devon Special Educational Needs and Disabilities e-Learning module is now available. This short e-learning module is intended for all new and existing staff working in Devon. It has
23 October 2019
Release of the Autism Progression Framework 2.0
The Autism Education Trust has released the latest version of its Autism Progression Framework. It is FREE to download and offers a comprehensive interactive assessment tool for children and young
6 April 2020
Devon needs you! Jobs in health and social care
Job seekers, students back from university, college leavers and former care and health staff are being encouraged to help support the county’s most vulnerable.
27 March 2020
New domestic abuse campaign launched
Partner agencies across Devon and Cornwall are launching a campaign to raise awareness around domestic abuse and have warned that it may increase in the coming weeks
23 March 2020
All DCFP training and events cancelled
Due to the current Covid-19 situation, all training and events are cancelled until further notice. In order to be able to offer continual professional development opportunities, we are now working
27 March 2020
New domestic abuse campaign launched
Partner agencies across Devon and Cornwall are launching a campaign to raise awareness around domestic abuse and have warned that it may increase in the coming weeks
17 March 2020
Ensuring pupils on reduced timetables are accounted for
Following an inspection of DCC in early 2020, Ofsted have been clear to emphasise the safeguarding responsibility on schools for children who are not on a full timetable.
17 March 2020
Ofsted ILACS report published
At the beginning of 2020, Ofsted carried out a three-week inspection of Children’s Services at Devon County Council. The report that accompanies this Inspection of Local Authority Children’s Services (ILACS)
30 January 2020
Devon celebrates Young Carers Awareness Day
“My mum was born without a thyroid gland. She has learning difficulties and some physical problems, and she gets depressed. Her problems have affected me and my sister in lots
23 January 2020
Devon SEND e-Learning available now
A new Devon Special Educational Needs and Disabilities e-Learning module is now available. This short e-learning module is intended for all new and existing staff working in Devon. It has
17 December 2019
Preventing online radicalisation
The Safer Devon Partnership has launched its preventing online radicalisation campaign. Through its campaign, the Partnership, which provides leadership for community safety work carried out across the county, is seeking
