Designated Safeguarding Lead REFRESHER

Cost - £165p.p + VAT

Format - Virtual

Duration - 1 Day

Course Introduction

This course is designed to refresh the knowledge of those already performing the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead within primary & secondary education establishments.

Difficulty -Advanced

Next Course Date

NOVEMBER 2023 – 30th November 2023

Benefits of the course

Updates from Keeping Children safe in Education
To understand the strategic and dynamic function of the role
To explore how assessments and thresholds work

Topics Covered

To understand adverse childhood experiences and contextual safeguarding
To demonstrate how to manage risk at different levels

To explore how to manage work place allegations and transferable risk
To revisit escalation and whistle blowing procuderes
To learn about Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews

The role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead has become more important than ever in managing safeguarding in organisations. As with all positions it is so important to refresh knowledge and keep updates about guidance and legislation. This course will bring up to date existing designated safeguarding leads in the education sector.

Course Outcomes

See Topics Covered

Who The Course is For

Course Aimed at – Existing Designated Safeguarding Leads in Education

Technical Requirements

Laptop with audio and video access is required for all virtual training.

Our Courses

Categories: Children, Education, Live / Virtual Training

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