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
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
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 November 2019
Help Devon County Council improve the SEND Local Offer website
Tell Devon County Council about your experience of using the Devon SEND Local Offer website for advice and support
6 November 2019
A Joint Targeted Area Inspection is imminent for Devon
Inspections look to assess the arrangements and services that are in place for providing help and protection to vulnerable children across the county.
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
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
3 October 2019
New deal for Devon’s children and families launched
An ambitious new vision for how public services will come together to better help and support children and their families in Devon is being launched this week.
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
3 October 2019
New deal for Devon’s children and families launched
An ambitious new vision for how public services will come together to better help and support children and their families in Devon is being launched this week.
6 November 2019
A Joint Targeted Area Inspection is imminent for Devon
Inspections look to assess the arrangements and services that are in place for providing help and protection to vulnerable children across the county.
3 October 2019
New deal for Devon’s children and families launched
An ambitious new vision for how public services will come together to better help and support children and their families in Devon is being launched this week.
27 September 2019
Devon CCG given ‘green star’ for engagement
NHS England have published ratings for every CCG in England on how effectively they manage engagement with patients and the public. Out of 195 CCGs nationally, NEW Devon CCG and
18 October 2019
Become exploitation-aware for Anti-Slavery Day
Become exploitation-aware for Anti-Slavery Day on Friday 18th October Modern slavery and human trafficking are major local and national issues. These forms of exploitation affect people of all ages, genders
3 October 2019
New deal for Devon’s children and families launched
An ambitious new vision for how public services will come together to better help and support children and their families in Devon is being launched this week.
22 August 2019
SEND and Early Help survey
A Devon-wide survey of all agencies that engage with the DCFP is being carried out to gauge understanding of SEND and Early Help.
6 November 2019
Help Devon County Council improve the SEND Local Offer website
Tell Devon County Council about your experience of using the Devon SEND Local Offer website for advice and support
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
