Debbie Allen provides specialised social work consultancy services focused on child protection and safeguarding. With extensive training in evidence-based assessment tools and a trauma-informed approach, she supports organisations and professionals in creating safer environments for children and young people.

4 Core Services
10+ Years Experience
100% Professional Standards

Consultancy

Debbie can provide 1:1 consultations to workers to identify their next steps in safety planning for children and young people, whether that is from within an organisation or their own home.

Key Features:

  • 1:1 consultations with experienced professionals
  • Safety planning guidance for complex cases
  • Safeguarding policy development support
  • Risk assessment consultation
  • Professional supervision and guidance

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Risk Assessment

Debbie has undergone extensive training in risk assessment tools, including AIM3, Stable & Acute 2007, and Risk Matrix 2000. She applies these methodologies to conduct comprehensive risk assessments that evaluate key risk factors and provide tailored recommendations for safety planning within child protection.

Key Features:

  • AIM3 Assessment Framework implementation
  • Stable & Acute 2007 methodology
  • Risk Matrix 2000 evaluations
  • Comprehensive risk factor analysis
  • Tailored safety planning recommendations
  • Evidence-based assessment reports

Capacity to Protect Assessment

Debbie has successfully completed training in the Capacity and Ability to Supervise and Protect – Risk Framework (CASP-R) through McGibbon Consultancy. She utilises this framework to assess a parent's capacity to safeguard children from identified risks. These assessments evaluate the parent's protective abilities, identify areas for development, and support informed decision-making in child protection.

Key Features:

  • CASP-R framework implementation
  • Parental protective capacity evaluation
  • Risk-specific assessment protocols
  • Development area identification
  • Informed decision-making support
  • Comprehensive assessment reporting

Training

Debbie offers bespoke training to all professionals working in child protection and safeguarding. Her training programmes focus on enhancing the use of risk assessment tools, developing effective safety strategies, and strengthening collaboration across sectors.

Key Features:

  • Customised training programmes
  • Risk assessment tool training
  • Safety strategy development
  • Cross-sector collaboration enhancement
  • Professional development workshops
  • Ongoing consultation support

CORU

Health and Social Care Professionals Council

Registered Social Worker

NOTA

National Organisation for the Treatment of Abusers

Professional Member

IASW

Irish Association of Social Workers

Professional Member

SAARNA

Sexual Abuse and Rape National Association

Professional Member

NAGALRO

National Association of Guardians ad Litem and Reporting Officers

Professional Member

Ready to Get Started?

Contact Debbie Allen to discuss your specific needs and learn how her expertise can support your organisation's child protection and safeguarding goals.