The Safeguarding and Domestic Abuse Sector Podcast

In today's reviewer spotlight I talk to Sarah Mantom. Sarah is a Designated Safeguarding Nurse and has an employed role alongside her independent review work. 


In this Reviewer Spotlight conversation we cover:
-Why she chose to formalise her practice through SILP training
-How she balances working for an organisation with independent review work
-How she chose her specialism in reviews


Whether you joined the 5 Day Training last week, dropped off halfway through, or knew nothing about it…
There is one session that brings all the best elements into one. It's called The Independent Reviewer Immersion Workshop.
It takes place online  on 23rd March from 1–2pm and is free to attend. In just one hour, you'll walk away knowing exactly what independent reviewing involves, whether your skills are transferable, and what the journey from blue light professional to independent reviewer actually looks like. There is no experience needed. No prior training required. Just bring your curiosity. Register now to save your space. 
https://donna-ohdedar.mykajabi.com/immersion-deepdive



About Donna:
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser & trainer, Donna is involved in serious case reviews in both children's and adults' safeguarding, domestic homicide and is a SILP Reviewer and Mentor. Donna offers 'SILP School' her university accredited training course, Momentum her space for reviewers & a free online network for leaders in review practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-ohdedar-review-consulting-ltd/

In today's reviewer spotlight I talk to Hazel Chamberlain, a registered children's and adults nurse with over 40 years of safeguarding experience who has recently retired from the NHS to build her own independent review practice.
In this Reviewer Spotlight conversation we discuss:
Why she chose to formalise her practice through SILP training
How flexible independent review work really is
Why doing this work alone, without a network, is one of the hardest things about it.



Whether you joined the 5 Day Training last week, dropped off halfway through, or knew nothing about it…
There is one session that brings all the best elements into one. It's called The Independent Reviewer Immersion Workshop.
It takes place online  on 23rd March from 1–2pm and is free to attend. In just one hour, you'll walk away knowing exactly what independent reviewing involves, whether your skills are transferable, and what the journey from blue light professional to independent reviewer actually looks like. There is no experience needed. No prior training required. Just bring your curiosity. Register now to save your space. 
https://donna-ohdedar.mykajabi.com/immersion-deepdive



About Donna:
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser & trainer, Donna is involved in serious case reviews in both children's and adults' safeguarding, domestic homicide and is a SILP Reviewer and Mentor. Donna offers 'SILP School' her university accredited training course, Momentum her space for reviewers & a free online network for leaders in review practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-ohdedar-review-consulting-ltd/

In today's episode I talk about the proposals to change the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system.
Expect this conversation to explore: 
the implications of these proposals 

the potential impact on legal rights

the importance of building trust with families

Are you fired up to generate implementable learning in reviews which could potentially improve the lives of vulnerable people? Join me for my free 5 day training taking place from 9th - 13th March 2026, 'How To Leverage Your Skills As A Blue Light Professional To Establish A Successful Career In Independent Reviews'. Click here to sign up. 


About Donna:
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser & trainer, Donna is involved in serious case reviews in both children's and adults' safeguarding, domestic homicide and is a SILP Reviewer and Mentor. Donna offers 'SILP School' her university accredited training course, Momentum her space for reviewers & a free online network for leaders in review practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-ohdedar-review-consulting-ltd/

In today's episode I talk about the Jay Review which considers what works well when it comes to protecting children from exploitation, as well as commenting on the newly published Youth Justice Board review.
Expect this conversation to explore: 
the findings of the Jay Review

if services are equipped to spot children at risk

the government's response


Are you fired up to generate implementable learning in reviews which could potentially improve the lives of vulnerable people? Join me for my free 5 day training taking place from 9th - 13th March 2026, 'How To Leverage Your Skills As A Blue Light Professional To Establish A Successful Career In Independent Reviews'. Click here to sign up. 
About Donna:
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser & trainer, Donna is involved in serious case reviews in both children's and adults' safeguarding, domestic homicide and is a SILP Reviewer and Mentor. Donna offers 'SILP School' her university accredited training course, Momentum her space for reviewers & a free online network for leaders in review practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-ohdedar-review-consulting-ltd/

Join my free Facebook group Blue Light Professionals here
Engagement + proportionality + strengths = SILP

Have your reviews analysed the safeguarding of home-educated children? In today's episode I talk about the NSPCC research exploring the increase in numbers of children educated at home and how the safeguarding system is struggling to keep pace with the shift.

Expect this conversation to explore: 
the increase in numbers of home-educated children

how the safeguarding system is struggling to cope with the increase

why the lack of visibility for children can see early warning signs go unnoticed

if the national guidance is working in this situation

 
Are you fired up to generate implementable learning in reviews which could potentially improve the lives of vulnerable people? Join me for my free 5 day training taking place from 9th - 13th March 2026, 'How To Leverage Your Skills As A Blue Light Professional To Establish A Successful Career In Independent Reviews'. Click here to sign up. 
About Donna:
Donna has 16 years public sector experience, including her last role as Head of Law for a leading metropolitan authority. Now a safeguarding adviser & trainer, Donna is involved in serious case reviews in both children's and adults' safeguarding, domestic homicide and is a SILP Reviewer and Mentor. Donna offers 'SILP School' her university accredited training course, Momentum her space for reviewers & a free online network for leaders in review practice.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-ohdedar-review-consulting-ltd/

Join my free Facebook group Blue Light Professionals here
Engagement + proportionality + strengths = SILP