I am a retired Social Worker and have worked in both child protection and Youth Justice sectors.  For many years I worked within the Kent Education Safeguarding Service as Safeguarding Training and Development Lead for Education services including early years, schools and colleges.  I have also been  a Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) advising on safer practice and allegations management for within education.  My areas of interest include safeguarding children and staff and supporting vulnerable children to achieve their potential.