Support for Professionals
What you’ll find on this page:
- Advice for people working with children
- How to spot signs of mental health needs
- Where to get training and support
- National resources and referral guides
Helping Children and Families as a Professional
If you work with children, young people or families like in health, youth services, social care, or community groups, you are in a good place to notice if something is wrong.
It’s important to speak up if you’re worried. This helps children get the right support early.
This page offers clear guidance, referral options, and resources to help you feel confident in identifying and responding to mental health concerns.
Self-Harm Prevention Resources
The following resources have been co-produced through a strong partnership of voluntary sector organisations, NHS professionals, school staff, and the PSHE partnership, reflecting a shared commitment to early intervention, compassionate care, and consistent support.
This work is directly aligned with the Newham Suicide Prevention Strategy and contributes to the borough’s broader goals of reducing self-harm among children and young people. You can view the full strategy here
Self-harm guidance for professionals