When a child or young person goes missing, it can be a deeply concerning and high-risk situation. At J Henry Consultancy Service Ltd, we provide independent Missing and Return-Home Interview (RHI) services designed to safeguard children, uncover the reasons behind missing episodes, and support effective interventions.
Why Return-Home Interviews Are Important
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They give children and young people a safe space to talk about their experiences.
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They help professionals understand the causes of missing episodes (such as family conflict, exploitation, or unmet needs).
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They identify risks and vulnerabilities, including safeguarding concerns like grooming, trafficking, or abuse.
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They provide an opportunity to build trust and guide children toward the right support services.
Our Approach
Our trained and experienced practitioners conduct Return-Home Interviews in a child-centered, trauma-informed, and confidential way:
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Timely Engagement: Interviews are carried out within 72 hours of a child being found or returning.
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Independent & Non-Judgmental: We ensure the child’s voice is heard without fear of judgment or repercussions.
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Safeguarding Focused: Information is sensitively shared with local authorities, social workers, and safeguarding teams to protect the child.
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Actionable Insights: We provide clear reports with recommendations to prevent repeat missing incidents and strengthen protective measures.
Benefits for Local Authorities & Providers
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Compliance with statutory duties under Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
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Reduced repeat missing episodes through proactive support.
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Better intelligence for early intervention and safeguarding planning.
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Strengthened partnerships between providers, local authorities, and families.
Our Missing & Return-Home Interview service ensures that children are listened to, protected, and supported, while providers and authorities gain the insight needed to keep them safe.