Role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead

Role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead

Who should attend this course?

Protecting children is the responsibility of all professionals, you should attend this course if you work with children within a professional setting or school and come into contact with children and young people in the course of your work, whether in the statutory or voluntary sector.

What will I learn?

This course will identify what makes an effective Designated Safeguarding Leader (DSL). You will reflect on past Serious Case Reviews and how these have influenced changes. You will identify how to support your team, families and children through difficult referrals. You will learn how to challenge practice, ensuring the best outcomes for children.

Key Topics:

• Discussion surrounding DSL roles and responsibilities
• Historical & legal background to Safeguarding in England
• Contemporary safeguarding issues & practices including the Prevent Duty & FGM
• Referral to Local Authorities
• Vulnerabilities to abuse
•  Multi Agency working – including case study analysis
• Safeguarding paperwork

Fees and Booking

£62.50 + VAT

For more information and to book, please visit our dedicated website.