Bexley S.H.I.E.L.D
Bexley S.H.I.E.L.D. is a statutory multi-agency partnership which brings together the key organisations that collectively hold responsibility for safeguarding children and young people in Bexley. In line with statutory guidance (Working together to safeguard children – GOV.UK) the partnership replaced Bexley Safeguarding Children’s Board in October 2018.
You can link directly to Bexley’s Effective Support document via this link: https://bexleysafeguardingpartnership.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Effective-Support-Word-2024.pdf
Bexley SHIELD Effective Support Effective document appendices
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) network
Dates for DSL meeting dates and presentations from meeting 2025-2026:
DSL Networks (all phases)
9.30am-11.30am, Online via Microsoft Teams
- Weds 17th September 2025 DSL Network 17th September
- Thurs 4th December 2025
- Tues 24th February 2026
DSL Networks (all phases)
9.30am-11.30am, Civic Offices
- Tues 21st April 2026
Where to find information
Information regarding the safeguarding of children and adults in Bexley can be found on the following websites:
- Bexley Safeguarding Partnership
- Bexley Safeguarding Adults Board
- Bexley.gov.uk – Worried about a child
If you would like to find out more about bespoke safeguarding training we can offer for your school, please contact our Safeguarding Lead within the Education Team, Paul Murphy Paul.Murphy@Bexley.gov.uk