[WiLT] Capita's 5th National Safeguarding Children Conference

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Capita's 5th National Safeguarding Children Conference

Friday 23rd November 2007 at the Radisson SAS Portman Hotel, 22
Portman Square, London W1H 7BG

Aims & Objectives

This is a vital time to reflect on progress following the Bichard
Inquiry, to review child protection procedures after the passage of
the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act in 2006 and prepare for
introduction of the new vetting and barring scheme from autumn 2008.

Capita's Safeguarding Children Conferences have been an established
six-monthly forum since the publication of the Bichard Inquiry in
2004, forming a crucial part of the child protection agenda. Building
on three years of learning, we bring together the critical
decision-makers and stakeholders in the field, including Sir Michael
Bichard, to provide the full national and local picture on
safeguarding children.

This important and timely event covers both policy and good practice,
providing you with the key information and insights you need to
implement fully effective safeguarding procedures.

Morning plenary sessions highlight the key strategic developments in
Vetting and Barring, LSCBs and implementation of the ISA scheme. The
afternoon stream sessions focus on more in-depth areas. Take the
opportunity to engage with stakeholders across the sector to find out
more about the specific issues important to your role and
organisation - be it in education, the police, local government or the
voluntary, community or private sector.This is a must-attend event for
all who work with, teach or care for children and young people in any
capacity, are responsible for any aspect of child safety and
protection or are involved with recruitment or vetting.

Benefits of Attending
* Hear from Sir Michael Bichard on progress made three years after the
Inquiry recommendations
* Learn about the role of the new Independent Safeguarding Authority
* Consider the outcomes of the review of LSCBs
* Understand the Child Death Review Process
* Compare your policy and strategy with procedures in Northern Ireland

Attend dedicated and in-depth stream sessions to:
* Manage safeguarding procedures for children in the care of private,
voluntary and independent organisations
* Improve measures to safeguard children and young people in online
and unregulated environments
* Take action to prevent and tackle child abuse

Speakers Include
* Sir Michael Bichard, Chair, The Bichard Inquiry
* Valerie Brasse, Cumberlege Commission
* Sir Roger Singleton, Chair, Independent Safeguarding Authority
* Colin Turner, Head of Safeguarding and Child Protection, CEOP
* Teresa Devlin, Head of Research, Policy and Service Review, for the
Northern Ireland Commissioner for Children and Young People
* John Fox, Former Detective Superintendent, Hampshire Police and
Police Advisor to the Laming Inquiry
* Peter D Clark, Deputy Director, Child Protection Division,
Safeguarding Group Directorate, DCSF
* Penny Nicholls, Director for Children and Young People The Children'
s Society
* Enid Hendry, Director of Training and Consultancy, NSPCC
* Karl Hopwood, Headteacher, Semley CE VA Primary School
* Helen McMullen, Director for Children & Learners, Government Office
for Yorkshire and the Humber
* John Harris, Chair, Families, Communities and Young People Policy
Committee, ADCS and Statutory Director of Children's Services
Hertfordshire Council

Stream Session A
* Safeguarding Children in the Care of Private, Voluntary and
Independent

Stream Session B
* Safeguarding Children and Young People in Unregulated Environments

Stream Session C
* Police Action to Tackle Child Abuse

Fee: Concessionary Discount @ £195.00 (£229.13 inc. VAT)
* Only charities registered with the Charity Commission are eligible
for this discount.

You can download a full programme and book online by going to
http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/OurConferences/Police/National+Safeguarding+Children+Conference.htm

* Receive a 20% discount when booked in conjunction with Practical
Implementation of Safer Recruitment Measures - see
http://www.capitaconferences.co.uk/OurConferences/ForthcomingConferences.htm

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