Episode 12: Passionate About Safeguarding with Anne-Marie McAteer

In this episode Anne Marie McAteer, a recently retired Detective Constable and specialist Crime trainer at Kent Police, walks us through her involvement in training Kent Police officers and social workers, highlighting the paramount significance of collaboration between these two essential forces.

Anne Marie helps us understand what Section 47 and Section 17 are and explains the role of the appropriate adults. She navigates us through the delicate issue of obtaining consent when the police talk to children and has an open and honest conversation with Madeline about the intricate dynamics between Schools, the Police, and Social Workers.

Join us for this episode filled with eye-opening insights that will expand your perspective on safeguarding. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in this field, you're in for an engaging and enriching podcast journey. Make sure you don't miss out.