Bolton Safeguarding Children

26/10/2026

Multiagency Neglect Workshops.
We are holding a number of workshops at each of the Family Hubs over the next few weeks. All staff / professionals who work with children are welcome to get and stay informed of Boltons Neglect Strategy and procedures Email [email protected] to enrol
02 November 2026 9.30am 3.5 hrs Alexandra
04 November 2026 1.00 pm 3.5 hrs Farnworth
11 November 2026 1.00 pm 3.5 hrs Great Lever
23 November 2026 9.30 am 3.5 hrs Bright Meadows
04 December 2026 9.30 am 3.5 hrs Oldham’s
09 December 2026 1.00 pm 3.5 hrs Tonge
16 December 2026 1.00 pm 3.5 hrs Harvey

Understanding Bolton's Neglect strategy and the role of children's practitioners. (@ Alexandra Family Hub)

22/10/2026

Domestic Abuse: Non-Fatal Strangulation - Thurs 10th December 10.00 to 11.30am Online.
Non-fatal strangulation is a way for perpetrators of domestic abuse to control and intimidate their victim. It is s standalone offence.
Non-fatal strangulation is a known way for perpetrators of domestic abuse to control and intimidate their victim. It is an insidious form of domestic abuse which recently became a standalone criminal offence in the Domestic Abuse Act 2021. Despite the strong link between non-fatal strangulation and domestic homicide, it can be difficult to identify due to a lack of visible injury.
It is vital that professionals understand non-fatal strangulation and the risk it poses.

Non-fatal strangulation is a way for perpetrators of domestic abuse to control and intimidate their victim. It is s standalone offence

22/10/2026

Resistant Families and Neglect - Wed 2nd December 1.00 to 4.00pm Online
Understanding resistant Families, respectful challenge and positive motivation.
The course objectives are:
Be able to recognise and describe the types of resistance you may encounter in practice.
Demonstrate an understanding of the underlying causes of resistance.
Consider what neglect may look like and the impact on a child
Consider the barriers to recognising neglect and successful responses
Examine and reflect on own practice re relationships with family members
To increase awareness of how to work with neglect
Consider learning from child safeguarding practice reviews

Understanding resistant Families, respectful challenge and positive motivation.

14/10/2026

Bystander Training - Thursday 19th November 1 to 4pm at Castle Hill Centre.
A workshop to support and enable professionals to deal with prejudice, hostility and inappropriate behaviours that can affect us all.
This is an informative workshop provided by www.communitiesinc.org.uk to addressing the barriers people have helping others when they witness harmful behaviours and attitudes in any environment. We know people experience hate, prejudice, hostility and inappropriate behaviours in many ways including through harassment, bullying or belittling behaviour. It can have devastating effects: eroding confidence, affecting performance and relationships at work and at home. Often people affected suffer in silence fearing they will not be believed or do not want to cause a fuss or draw attention to themselves. Hostile behaviours do not manifest overnight, and if interrupted through effective interventions we can stop the escalation.
This training will encourage everyone to play a role in contributing to tackling prejudice, however big or small. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bystander-training-tickets-1988467031419?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*fd01sb*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mjk2MDcxNjI3LjE3OTE5ODcwODA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3OTE5ODcwNzkkbzEkZzEkdDE3OTE5ODk0NTckajQxJGwwJGgw&keep_tld=true

14/10/2026

Intra-familial Child Sexual Abuse - Thurs 19th November 9.30am to 4.15pm Online
This is a "full" day course which also consists of 4 videos which attendees watch during the course of the day, and between each record they come to attend a live seminar group.
This course is for anyone who works with Children and Families who would benefit from being able to recognise, assess / refer and support children who are or are suspected of suffering from child sexual abuse which takes place in the family home.
• To have an understanding of the typology and prevalence of intra-familial child sexual abuse, including sibling abuse • Consider how attitudes and beliefs around sexual development can have an influence on our ability to safeguard • An overview of the legal and statutory guidance as well as local protocols in relation to child sexual abuse. • Recognise the indicators of CSA including behavioural and physical markers • Consider the impact of this type of abuse on children, siblings, and parents and the application of the trauma recovery model in the way that we offer support • Have an awareness of good practice and relevant agencies who can offer support and interventions around for children and family. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/intra-familial-child-sexual-abuse-tickets-1980949687842?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*fqc2bp*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mjk2MDcxNjI3LjE3OTE5ODcwODA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3OTE5ODcwNzkkbzEkZzEkdDE3OTE5ODg4NjEkajM5JGwwJGgw

14/10/2026

MAPPA (Multi-agency Public Protection Arrangements) - Wednesday 18th November 10am to 12pm Online
Learn how the MAPPA framework is used and implemented to deal with the most serious violent and sexual offenders in our communities
Objectives:
• Outline the purpose and function of MAPPA
• Detail the framework for the classification of MAPPA Offenders
• Explain the process of escalation between Management Levels
• Set out the principles of Information Sharing and Disclosure
• Clarify your role in MAPPA and the support you will receive from the GM's Multi Agency Public Protection Team.

Learn how the MAPPA framework is used and implemented to deal with the most serious violent and sexual offenders in our communities

14/10/2026

Child Criminal and Sexual Exploitation (Intermediate) Monday 16th November 1 to 4pm at Castle Hill Centre.
Understanding of Child Exploitation - Criminal, Sexual and Modern Day Slavery
Understand the different forms of exploitation
An awareness to recognise exploitation
Recognise and understand the grooming of victims
Understand who is targeted by perpetrators and why
Know how to respond to your concerns and who you can contact.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/child-criminal-and-sexual-exploitation-intermediate-tickets-1979165260572?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*169j5w*_up*MQ..*_ga*Mjk2MDcxNjI3LjE3OTE5ODcwODA.*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3OTE5ODcwNzkkbzEkZzEkdDE3OTE5ODgyODUkajYwJGwwJGgw

15/09/2026

See our new "Safe Sleep" Knowledge Nugget. Click on the link below...