MASH: Working Together to Capture the Voice of the Child

Stephen Rimmer is a keen advocate of multiagency safeguarding practices and is eager to see it embedded within the different agencies.

Most things are socially defined by what people say or do, or how they are in their social groups and teams. “Through the eyes of a child, all professionals are all simply adults with authority”. They do not necessarily see or understand professional training, status, qualifications or experience. They also...

Having a multiagency model for children’s pathways incorporating Early Help and Safeguarding ensures coordination between professionals and families.

Children and young people are often the most vulnerable members of our communities with local authorities and their partners providing social care support to those experiencing the highest levels of problems. Nevertheless, it is important that all partners and communities provide effective and co-ordinated help and support to children and...