Are you a child in need of help?
Life can sometimes feel difficult for children and young people. Things may seem confusing, upsetting, or overwhelming, and it’s normal to feel unsure about what to do. Growing up can be challenging at any age, but the teenage years can feel especially tough. You may want more freedom, more time with friends, and to be treated with respect as a young person, while also needing the safety and support of home and school.
At Telford and Wrekin Safeguarding Partnership, we understand this. When life feels hard or you’re worried about something, the best place to start is by talking to a trusted adult. This could be a parent, family member, teacher, safeguarding lead, school nurse, or even a local police officer or community support officer.
We also know that young people often turn to friends first. Being a good friend means listening, but it also means speaking up if someone tells you something that suggests they are being harmed, or might be at risk. Even if it feels difficult, telling a trusted adult is one of the most important ways to keep your friends safe. Being a good friend means doing what you can to protect them
Trusted Adults & Professionals
You can talk to a range of people who want to help keep you safe:
Family/Guardians: Parents, carers, or trusted relatives
School Staff: Teachers, school nurses, pastoral staff/safeguarding leads, or mental health leads
Health Professionals: Your GP or school nurse
Youth workers, sports or club leaders, or social workers
Free & Confidential Support Services
These services are available if you want to talk to someone outside your home or school:
Childline – Free, private 1 to 1 counselling by phone (0800 1111) or online chat, available 24/7
NSPCC Helpline – For safety concerns: 0808 800 5000 or [email protected]
YoungMinds – Mental health advice and a helpline for parents
Telford and Wrekin Family Connect – Support for children, young people, and families
Urgent Situations
If you or another child is in immediate danger, call 999 or go straight to the nearest hospital emergency department.
