When Behaviour Becomes a Safeguarding Consideration

About this episode:

When behaviour changes, how do professionals know whether it’s a behaviour issue, a wellbeing concern, or something that warrants safeguarding consideration? In this episode of Safeguarding Conversations, Sam and Sara explore the important distinction between behaviour management and safeguarding. They discuss professional curiosity, recognising patterns over time, understanding behaviour in context, and the role of effective collaboration in ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.

Authors: Sam Preston & Sara Spinks

Publish date: 04 Oct 2026