About Me
With a demonstrable background in NHS safeguarding and Safeguarding trustee for a national charity (Mind over Mountains) Celia Jeffreys – Mind Over Mountains, I understand the challenges organisations face when seeking to embed effective safeguarding practice.
As Independent Chair of a Safeguarding Adults Board in the North West, I provide strategic leadership and constructive challenge across partner agencies to ensure adults at risk are protected, heard, and supported. I bring independence, credibility, and a sharp focus on assurance—driving accountability, learning, and system-wide improvement. My approach is rooted in curiosity, compassion, and a relentless commitment to safer, more responsive services
Contact me for an informal consultation — no obligation, just a friendly conversation about your needs and how CJ Consultancy might support you.
I aim to respond within 2 working days. 07946758040 celia@cjconsultancy.co.uk
Professional and personal
You’re not buying theory—you’re investing in proven system leadership. I bring over 15 years of leadership in safeguarding with a track record of delivering real change in complex, high-risk environments.
I offer:
Credible expertise – Deputy Director-level insight with hands-on operational and strategic experience
Independent challenge – Clear, constructive scrutiny that strengthens assurance and governance
Practical solutions – Not just recommendations, but deliverable, system-ready improvements
Trauma-informed approach – Grounded in what truly improves engagement and outcomes
System influence – Deep understanding of how to leverage commissioning, partnerships and regulation
Above all, I help organisations move beyond compliance—towards confident, accountable and compassionate safeguarding practice.
I launched CJ Consultancy to offer independent, high-quality All Age safeguarding support — bridging the gap between policy, practice and leadership..
Why work with me
Deep sector knowledge
From NHS safeguarding accountability to community and voluntary sector practice, I bring a deep understanding of the real-world pressures, constraints, and risks organisations face—translating complexity into clear, practical, and effective safeguarding solutions.
Tailored, realistic solutions
I don’t believe in “one-size-fits-all”. I work with you to understand your context, risks, capacity, and ambitions — and shape safeguarding accordingly.
Practical, actionable guidance
From policy drafting to case supervision, I deliver user-friendly tools, clear action plans, and practical support that works in practice.
Culture-centred, trauma-informed approach
I recognise that safeguarding is more than compliance — it’s about creating safe, supportive, inclusive environments where people feel heard, respected and protected.
Support for leadership and governance
I help trustees, boards and senior leaders embed safeguarding within governance frameworks — ensuring accountability, oversight and continuous improvement.