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This session explores the lasting impact of language, records, and reports on care-experienced children and young people. Through a lived experience perspective, participants will examine the challenges posed by negative or stigmatising language and learn practical strategies for adopting a more mindful, strengths-based approach. This session will also consider how to balance compassionate, therapeutic writing techniques with the need for factual accuracy in case recordings and official reports, ensuring records remain both reflective and professionally robust.
Language plays a crucial role in shaping children and young people's identity and future, influencing their sense of self and the opportunities available to them. Encouraging professional curiosity through engagement with the lived experience voice fosters deeper understanding and empathy, allowing professionals to connect meaningfully with children and young people’s realities. By incorporating therapeutic writing techniques, practitioners can adopt a holistic and compassionate approach that honors a their perspective while ensuring clarity and factual integrity in official records, including those used in legal settings.
The objectives of this course are for participants to:
Have practical strategies for using strengths-based, mindful language in professional interactions, grounded in lived experience insights.
Gain a deeper understanding of how language influences self-perception, relationships, and opportunities for care-experienced young people.
Develop first-hand insight into the impact of receiving personal files, connecting with the emotional and psychological effects on children and young people.
Tools for incorporating therapeutic writing techniques into case recordings and reports, ensuring they are both person-centred and professionally rigorous.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about our courses
Your training has been invaluable, deepening our understanding of recording and its implications. Feedback has been unanimous - this work has led to more individualised care, better outcomes, and a greater sense of safety for our children.
Head of Operations
Leanne’s training has transformed our safeguarding approach, enhancing knowledge and confidence while equipping staff with practical skills. This has improved daily practices and created a safer, more supportive environment for the children.
Director
The annual quality report reflects significant growth and commitment this year—thank you for sharing. Recent discussions highlight how training has clarified needs, expectations, and processes, making everyone feel safer and more accountable. This is a testament to the relentless efforts of you, Leanne, and the wider management team.
Business Manager
The training was highly valuable. The trainer was knowledgeable and approachable, making complex topics easier to understand. It reinforced my understanding of safeguarding and clarified the DSL role, helping me and my team leaders navigate grey areas. I feel more confident in my role as an RM and will refer back to our policies to ensure compliance.
Registered Manager
The safeguarding training I attended was highly informative and practical, offering valuable real world examples that I can apply directly in my role. The trainer’s expertise and the interactive elements made the session engaging and memorable, boosting my confidence in handling safeguarding concerns. It was a great refresher, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in a safeguarding role.
Residential Support Worker
I recently completed a Suicide and Self-Harm training session, and I am incredibly impressed with the depth and quality of the content. Leanne was both knowledgeable and engaging, providing clear, actionable guidance on handling sensitive topics such as ligature safety, self-harm recognition, and prevention techniques. The training not only expanded my knowledge but also equipped me with practical tools to identify warning signs and respond appropriately in crisis situations. I feel more confident in supporting individuals who may be struggling with these issues and am grateful for the resources provided. I highly recommend this training to anyone in the field, it’s a vital learning experience that will significantly enhance your ability to safeguard and support vulnerable individuals.
Registered Manager