Introduction to Safeguarding

Safeguarding and Child Protection  

Course Overview

CPD/CE Points:  60 Mins

Assessment:  10

Pass Rate:  80%

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Course Details

Introduction to Safeguarding is a short course designed to introduce the essential safeguarding practices required in educational settings. It equips education professionals with the foundational knowledge they need to ensure the safety and well-being of children and young people, while providing a clear understanding of their legal obligations under current safeguarding legislation.

This course enhances awareness of safeguarding responsibilities, making it an excellent starting point for those new to the topic or looking to refresh their understanding. Participants will gain valuable insights into key laws, guidance, and legislation. 

Whether you are seeking a general introduction to safeguarding or refreshing your knowledge of the subject, this CPD course ensures you are well-prepared to protect the welfare of those in your care.

 

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Course Aims

This essential CPD training aims to ensure educators are up-to-date and understand current statutory guidance included in the Department of Education's 'Working Together to Safeguard Children' and ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ legislation. 

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand why safeguarding measures are needed
  • Explore the signs and symptoms of safeguarding concerns, abuse and neglect. This includes mental health issues
  • Understand the importance of safeguarding and its relevance in an educational setting
  • Learn effective communication techniques when dealing with safeguarding disclosures and/or intervention
  • Gain insights into relevant legislation, policies, and guidelines related to safeguarding and child protection
  • Recognise the impact of safeguarding on the emotional and mental wellbeing of all those affected by it
  • Identify different types of abuse (i.e. physical, emotional, etc), the signs of potential abuse, and the appropriate actions to take when concerns arise
  • Increase your confidence when handling safeguarding issues across your environment
  • Be aware of the term ‘multi-agency working’ and know how these agencies work together in child protection.

Course Curriculum

  • Welcome to Teach HQ online learning
  • Introduction

  • What is safeguarding?
  • Definition of a child or young person
  • What is your role in safeguarding?
  • What is your role as an education professional?
  • Scenario: Ben, Aged 12
  • Scenario: Filip, 9
  • Scenario: Ashley, 14
  • Scenario: Katya, 5
  • What is multi-agency working?
  • The laws surrounding child protection
  • Local safeguarding partners
  • Children and Human Rights
  • Human Rights are essential
  • Children and Equality Act 2010
  • Gillick competency and Fraser guidelines
  • You can make a difference in someone’s life

  • Why is safeguarding so important?
  • Recent child abuse cases
  • Recognised serious common failings
  • Criminal background checks
  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
  • Hidden in plain sight – Jimmy Savile
  • More recent changes to the law

  • Summary

  • You are nearly there…

  • Assessment 10 Assessments

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