WSCP Podcast

A lady recording a Video Blog We are absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new WSCP Thematic Learning Podcast!

Starting in Autumn/Winter 2024 we’re kicking off a fantastic series designed to ignite your curiosity, spark new ideas, and inspire action.

Every other Monday, you can expect a 45-minute episode packed with thought-provoking themes and extraordinary guests who will share their insights and stories.

Get ready to explore topics like communicating with confidence, understanding neurodiversity, and how these shape our decision-making – and that’s just the beginning!

Introduction to WSCP Podcast

An introduction to the Wandsworth Safeguarding Children’s Partnership YouTube Channel from Kamilah McCalman.

Episode 1 – Cultivating Curiosity

Our first episode dives into “Cultivating Curiosity” – exploring how practitioners can create environments that foster professional curiosity. Joining us will be the brilliant Jordon Makmihe, Sophie Penketh, and Charles Carew from Wandsworth Children’s Services!

This is just the start of an incredible journey – see you there!

Episode 2 – Communicate or Communi-can’t?

Our second episode explores having difficult conversations with families. Tim Hillier (MET Police), Nathan Walsh (Wandsworth Children’s Services) and staff from Victoria Drive Primary PRU discuss the key challenges professionals face communicating with families, particularly in situations involving child protection or early intervention.

Episode 3 – Resilient Voices: A Young Persons Story of Survival

Our host (and WSCP business manager) Kam McCalman speaks to Lamees and Cairon about their experiences and what being resilient means to them. Cairon explores his experience as a care experienced child and young person in Wandsworth. Lamees joins the conversation as one of our WSCP Young Scrutineers. We would like to thank both Cairon and Lamees for their time and contribution to this podcast episode!

Episode 4 – Comunicating with Confidence: Being a Critical Friend

In this insightful episode, we explore the vital role of the “critical friend” in safeguarding, focusing on the delicate balance of providing honest feedback while maintaining supportive and constructive relationships.

Episode 5 – Navigating Neglect: Considering the Complexities of Neglect

Join us for an enlightening episode of the Wandsworth Safeguarding Children’s Partnership Podcast, where we dive into the multifaceted issue of neglect and the vital role professionals across different sectors play in identifying, addressing, and preventing it.

Episode 6 – Beyond The Spectrum:

Step into the world of neurodiversity with the Wandsworth Safeguarding Children’s Partnership Podcast as we uncover the challenges, triumphs, and best practices for supporting children with neurodiverse needs.

Episode 7 – Safer Sleep

Promoting Safer Sleep for Babies and Young Children

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) remains the leading cause of injury-related death in infancy. In response to recent Local Child Safeguarding Practice Review (LCSPR) findings and the Regulation 28 Report, the WSCP has partnered with health professionals to lead a powerful podcast discussion on safer sleep practices.

Facilitated by WSCP Service Manager Kamilah McCalman, this conversation brings together expert insight and lived experience:

Dr Lin Graham-Ray, Consultant Nurse for Children
Hannah Wallace, Infant Sleep Consultant
George Alderman, bereaved father sharing his son’s story

Together, they explore the latest safer sleep guidance, practical tips for families, and the support available to reduce the risk of SIDS and promote informed, safe environments for babies and young children.

Tune in and be part of the conversation that could save lives.

#SaferSleep #SIDS #WSCP #InfantSafety #ChildProtection

Episode 8 – Baby LA Teams Meeting

The Wandsworth Safeguarding Children’s Partnership continues to review and explore when a child or young person dies, or is seriously injured or abused. This practice is referred to as Local Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews. This learning reflects and establishes learning for agencies and professionals to improve the way that we work together to safeguarding children ( Working Together 2023). We seek ways to reduce the risk of recurrence of similar incidents by identifying and sharing key lessons and themes, locally as well as nationally”.

Facilitated by WSCP Training Lead Sharon Parkes, this conversation brings together expert insight and lived experience:

Dr Lin Graham-Ray, Consultant Nurse for Children
Tim Hiller, Detective Inspector, Partnership Hub (MASH, CAIT Referrals Desk, Contextual Harm Referrals Desk, PCLOs) South West BCU – Wandsworth, Kingston, Richmond and Merton
Louise Jones – Assistant Director Practice Standards & Principal Social Worker
Dr Peter Green DMJ FFFLM (Fdn) FRCPCH FACLM FCLM (he/him) Designated Doctor for Child Safeguarding for Wandsworth South West London ICB

For more details, see the LCSPR for ‘Baby LA’ on the WSCP website, where the 7-minute briefing is available and below the multi-agency Panel discussion responding to the learning.