Worried about a child or young person you work with?

The internet can be a fantastic place for children and young people where they can talk to friends, be creative and have fun. However, just like in the real world sometimes things can go wrong.

If a child or young person you work with is worried or upset about something which has happened on the internet there is help out there.

Has someone acted inappropriately towards a child online?

If a child you know has experienced sexual or offensive chat that has made them feel uncomfortable or someone is trying to meet up with them, you can report this directly to us.

This may have happened in a chat room, message board, instant messenger or on a social networking site. It could be on a mobile phone, games console or computer. It could be messages, images or conversations over webcam. The important thing is that if you know that an adult is making sexual advances to children on the internet you should report it to us.

Click below to send us a report.

If you or your child are in immediate danger call 999

How can I help the children and young people I work with stay safe?

For a wide range of information about keeping the children you work with safe online visit our Thinkuknow site.

What help can I get for children I work with?

If a child you know needs someone to talk to because of anything which has upset them, it could be that they are being bullied or that they have seen something online which they wish they hadn’t, there are a number of places they can go.

Children can ring Childline on 0800 1111 and speak to trained counsellors about any problems they may face. Childline is run by the NSPCC and is there to help your child.

The Childline website also offers excellent help and advice on a whole range of issues.

Help from Cyber Mentors

Cybermentors is a place children can go to talk to other people their own age if they are being bullied or are troubled by things.

The Cyber Mentors site offers excellent advice and guidance so please use it.

Seen something illegal online?

If you have come across something you think might be illegal online, such as sexual images of children and young people, then you can report this to the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF). It’s their job to make sure that things like this are taken off the internet.

Worried about viruses, hacking and online security?

Being the victim of online crime can be as distressing as real-world robbery. Learn about the real risks and understand the urgency of protecting your family at GetSafeOnline.

Are you worried about your own sexual thoughts and behaviour?

Some people struggle with sexual thoughts and behaviours towards children. Are you someone who wants to stop these thoughts and behaviours but does not know how? Stop it Now! UK and Ireland offer confidential help and support. You can call them on 0808 1000 900 or email at help@stopitnow.org.uk,