This online CPD course ensures educators and others working with children and young people understand their legal obligations under present safeguarding legislation.
Part 1 of a 3-part series on safeguarding, this course provides an opportunity for individuals to understand present legislation and how it affects their role.
After gaining an in-depth understanding of the relevant laws, guidance and legislation, including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Human Rights Act 1998 and Equality Act 2010, participants will be in a better position to recognise their responsibilities concerning the safeguarding and protection of children and young people.
This CPD course also covers key aspects of local safeguarding partners and multi-agency working, focusing on how these roles are essential for ensuring effective child protection.
In addition, participants will be introduced to recent high-profile abuse cases and what changes were made, underlining why robust recruitment measures and criminal background checks are essential for the early detection of any risk.
Whether you aim to equip yourself with a general understanding of safeguarding or have a specific reason for refreshing your knowledge, this CPD course will help you to learn more.
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.