Reporting Concerns

If you suspect or believe a child is suffering or is likely to suffer Significant Harm, including any form of mistreatment or abuse, you must report your concerns.

Signs and Symptoms

For advice on signs and symptoms/recognising child abuse, go to Signs and Symptoms.

Emergency

If a child is in immediate danger or left alone, you should contact the police or call an Ambulance (call 999).

Otherwise, always call 24 hours a day, for all non-emergency calls: 0345 045 5203

Cambridgeshire Social Care: Tel: 01733 234724. (Outside office hours) 

Non Emergency

If there is no immediate danger or you need advice or information, you should discuss your concern with a Manager or Designated Professional.

You could also contact Cambridgeshire Social Care:

Tel: 0345 045 5203 (8:45 am to 5.20 pm Monday to Thursday, 8.45 am to 4.25 pm Friday)

Allegations about a Colleague/Professional

If your concerns or suspicions are about a colleague or professional/carer (including volunteers), you must report them.

Talk to a Manager or Designated Professional.