Ann Marie Christian (she/her)
Ann Marie Christian (she/her)
Ann Marie Christian is an experienced safeguarding consultant, trainer, author and qualified social worker. She has worked to protect children since 1996, with a strong focus on early intervention and child-centred practice. She supports nursery owners, managers, practitioners and childminders to create safe, nurturing environments where children can thrive. Her experience includes working as a Local Authority Designated Officer, safeguarding adviser, school improvement adviser and multi-agency trainer. Since becoming an independent consultant in 2010, Ann Marie has worked with organisations including the NSPCC, local authorities, early years teams, PACEY, Tapestry, Kinderly and nursery groups. She provides training and consultancy on safeguarding, safer recruitment, leadership and the role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead. Ann Marie has delivered workshops and keynote talks across the UK and internationally. She also writes articles, courses and resources that help early years professionals understand their responsibilities, recognise concerns and take confident action to keep children safe.Â
Recent articles and podcasts
Maggie Bolger and Ann Marie Christian explore the changing safeguarding landscape in early childhood,...
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