Safeguarding children and young people in Rotherham

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Protecting Children in Rotherham: Working Together for Safeguarding and Welfare

The Rotherham Safeguarding Children Partnership (RSCP) brings together local organisations, professionals, and volunteers to ensure the safety and well-being of children and families in our community.

Our mission is to be assured that safeguarding practice in Rotherham is effective and robust. We will achieve this by providing support, guidance and training to all organisations working with children and young people in the borough.

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Safeguarding children in Rotherham

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    About us

    Learn more about the RSCP and our strategic priorities.

  • Illustration of Rotherham Show features a community stage with a band, an audience, and a historic building. A tourist train passes by; vibrant, lively scene.

    Professionals

    Resources and guidance for professionals working with children.

  • Illustration of library scene with people. A cyclist rides by, children read on grass and benches, two adults chat outside. Atmosphere is lively and peaceful.

    Training

    Access training courses and resources for safeguarding.

  • Illustration of a vibrant park scene with diverse families. A person works on a laptop at a picnic table, others stroll with children. Nearby, a vibrant tree and a red building labeled "Family Hub" suggest a welcoming community center.

    Parents and carers

    Support and information for parents and carers.

  • A lively park scene with people skateboarding on a ramp, kids cycling, families enjoying ice cream from a truck, and a pond nearby. Atmosphere is joyful and active.

    Children and young people

    Resources and support for children and young people.

  • Illustration of a modern school building with a sign reading "School." Diverse students and a person in a wheelchair are outside, evoking an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere.

    Schools

    Guidance and resources for schools to safeguard children.

Our partners

We work closely with key local and regional partners to keep children and young people safe.

Our Priorities

The RSCP currently works to the following strategic priorities to ensure that the children of Rotherham are safeguarded by multi-agency partners.

  • Child Exploitation

    Preventing and responding to criminal and sexual exploitation, improving safety in communities, and addressing defined risks including extremism.

  • Neglect

    Reducing the incidence of neglect through early help, consistent professional practice, and better awareness of signs, risks, and routes to support.

  • Safeguarding in Education

    Working with education partners and the statutory agencies to address risks for children in school and those not currently receiving a school education.

  • Performance, Practice and Learning

    Using data and quality assurance to drive improvement, target partnership activity, and deliver training and shared learning across the system.