Who we are
Philip Baines – Director
After spending his career as a police detective, including 14 years in the Child Abuse Investigation Unit (CAIU) Philip launched Woodland Baines in 2022. His safeguarding background includes specialist child abuse investigation including multi-agency joint investigation under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989, Achieving Best Evidence (ABE/VRI) for vulnerable and intimidated witness interviews and family liaison work. Philip is also a qualified AIM 3 assessor for children who display Harmful Sexual Behaviours. Since launching Woodland Baines, Philip has led on quality assurance of the Home Office Harmful Sexual Behaviours Support Service (HSBSS), worked with a range of education and children’s home providers and continues to support domestic and international law enforcement agencies and their partners develop knowledge and skills in child abuse investigation, harmful sexual behaviour and trauma-informed practice. Philip also supports victims and survivors (and their families) who have been directly effected by all types of abuse, including technology assisted child sexual abuse (TACSA) through his work with the Marie Collins Foundation.
Our Associates
Woodland Baines partner with a range of experienced and specialist safeguarding advisors, trainers, investigators, and supervisors to ensure the right skill set and fit to deliver your specific requirements and desired outcomes.
