Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board (SSCB) is the key statutory mechanism for agreeing how local organisations will co-operate to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people living in Staffordshire.

Our website

The Staffordshire Safeguarding Children Board website primarily provides safeguarding information for professionals and volunteers in Staffordshire.

The site also provides information for members of the public, parents and carers, and children and young people, on some of the key issues that can affect the wellbeing and safety of children.

Training events and learning opportunities are also provided on the site.

Support, advice and concerns

If you need support and advice or have any concerns, please contact Staffordshire County Council's First Response Service on 0800 13 13 126

Lines are open Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm and Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

If you think a child or young person is at immediate risk please don't delay - dial 999 to contact the police.