Get help for a child
Worried about a child?
If you're worried about the safety of a child or young person, contact us:
Phone (office hours): 0191 424 5010
Phone (out of office hours): 0191 456 2093
> Read more about what to do if you are worried about a child
Every child needs a stable loving family to grow up in, but for different reasons this isn't always possible.
We aim to help families to stay together where we can and if the child will be safe if we do this. When we can't manage this, we provide care in other ways.
Request help for a child
If you'd like to request help for a child, please contact us:
Common Assessment & Advice Team
Referral & Assessment Service
38 Laygate Place
South Shields
South Shields
NE33 2RT
Phone: 03000 11 56 70
Email: caat@southtyneside.gov.uk
We provide services to:
- protect children and young people who are or who might be at risk of harm
- provide extra help for those caring for a disabled child or young person
- provide fostering, adoption and other support when a child or young person needs to live away from their family
