Children and Young People - Sexualised Behaviour and Inappropriate Images

Sexualised Behaviour and Inappropriate Images on Devices - Supporting Young People and Children

Awareness, Tools and Strategies for Support Workers and similar

Suitable for all settings where there are 'looked after' children.

Enough resources for full sessions, single aspects or a one day course with workshops.


All editable.

14 Files in total (Presentation (in sections) , Handouts x 9, Learning Activity documents x 2 and End of Session Assessment with Trainer Aide Answer Key.

Presentation also includes interactive scenarios should the trainer wish to use the learning activity as part of the presentation, rather than in a workshop situation.

Aims and Objectives

Overall Aim: To equip children's support workers with the knowledge, skills and confidence to recognise, respond to and manage sexualised behaviour and inappropriate use of digital devices in a safe, trauma-informed and legally compliant manner.

Learning Objectives:

Understand sexualised behaviours in looked-after children

Recognise the role of digital devices in risk and vulnerability

Respond appropriately and confidently

Legal and ethical responsibilities

Presentation (115 Slides)

Aims and Objectives
Welcome and Introductions
Training Objectives
Section - Understanding Sexualised Behaviour
Definition of Sexualised Behaviour
Spectrum of Sexualised Behaviours
Green: Developmentally Expected
Amber: Concerning / Inappropriate
Red: Harmful / Abusive
Key Considerations
Why This Matters
Section - Impact of Trauma, Abuse and Neglect
Impact of Trauma, Abuse and Neglect on Sexual Development
How Early Experiences Affect Sexual Development
Attachment Issues and Their Role
Boundary-Testing Behaviour
Staff Response: Trauma-Informed Approach
Section - Risks Posed By Digital Devices
Risks Posed by Digital Devices
Access to Inappropriate or Adult Content
Sexting, Self-Generated Content and Peer Pressure
Exposure to Exploitation: Grooming, Catfishing, Live-Streaming
Use of Popular Platforms
Understanding Encryption and Disappearing Messages
Why This Matters for Support Workers
Section - Responding to Inappropriate Images and Content
What to Do If a Child Shows or Shares an Inappropriate Image
Legal Considerations -IIOC
Legal Considerations –Age of Criminal Responsibility
Documenting the Incident Sensitively and Accurately
Involving Other Agencies
Final Words
Section - Supporting Children & Young People
How to Talk to Children About What Happened
Helping Children Understand Consent, Privacy and Boundaries
Practical Strategies
Trauma-Informed Strategies for Sexualised Behaviour
Section - Boundaries & Professional Conduct
Keeping Professional Boundaries in Digital Settings
Best Practices
Avoiding Overreaction or Punitive Measures
Working as a Team and Ensuring Consistent Responses
Strategies for Consistency
Section - Policies, Reporting and Multi-agency Working
Internal Policies on Devices, Searches and Confiscation
When and How to Involve Key Safeguarding Partners - DSL
Police
Social Worker / LADO
CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command) / NCA
Section - Prevention and Digital Education
Setting Digital Boundaries
Educating Children and Young People
Key Resources for Prevention and Education
Section - Reflective Practice and Staff Wellbeing
Handling the Emotional Impact of Disclosures and Imagery
Key Principles for Managing This
Supervision
Debriefing After Incidents
Recognising Vicarious Trauma and Seeking Support
Section - Case Study Scenarios
Scenario 1: Child Caught Sharing an Explicit Image
Scenario 2: Suspicious Contact on Social Media
Scenario 3: Disclosure of Peer Coercion into Sexting
Scenario 4: Sexualised Behaviour Toward Staff or Peers
Scenario 5: Inappropriate Images Found on a Tablet
Section - Case Study Scenarios Follow Up
Scenario 1: Child Caught Sharing an Explicit Image
Scenario 2: Suspicious Contact on Social Media
Scenario 3: Disclosure of Peer Coercion into Sexting
Scenario 4: Sexualised Behaviour Toward Staff or Peers
Scenario 5: Inappropriate Images Found on a Tablet
References and Further Resources

Word Documents

Handouts x 9
Learning Activity documents x 2
End of Session Assessment
Trainer Aide Answer Key


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