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Safeguarding Learners 

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for all professionals working within educational establishments across the UK including Primary, Secondary schools, F.E. Colleges and Work Based Learning Providers who have responsibility for Child Protection.  It is also extremely relevant to those professionals working with NEET young people such as Learning Coaches, CareersWales Advisers and 14-19 Learning Networks.

Course Overview

This training programme is designed for staff who work directly with Children and Young People in variety of educational settings. The overall objective is to raise awareness of Child Protection legislation, forms of abuse and the implications of Child Protection Policy and Procedure within your organisation.

The course will develop participants confidence and skills in dealing with Child Protection Issues and crucially identifying the signs of abuse. During the programme there is an emphasis on understanding your professional and legal responsibilities in terms of reporting and recording Child Protection concerns.

What will you gain from this course?

• Increased confidence in dealing with Child Protection concerns and disclosures
• Enhanced confidence in identifying the signs and indicators of abuse
• A clear and concise understanding of legislation relating to Child Protection
• The opportunity to discuss current Child Protection practice within your School or College to ensure compliance with national legislation
• By the end of this course you will be fully aware of your responsibilities relating to Child Protection

Why is this course important?

People who work with children and young people have responsibilities to safeguard and promote their welfare. This is an important responsibility and requires careful attention. It means being able to recognise when a child or young person is not achieving their developmental potential, or when their physical or mental health is impaired. It means recognising when a child is displaying risky or harmful behaviour, is being neglected or abused. It also means being able to identify sources of help for them and their families. Sometimes, more than one risk factor may be affecting a child or young person and it may be necessary to work with others to address them.

Cited in Estyn CIF 2010 - KQ2 - 2.13

Estyn 2010 states "A policy should set out...clear procedures that reflect the all Wales Child Protection procedures 2008 and arrangements for training"

Therefore this training course is important to ensure that children and young people are not suffering from harm, it is equally important to ensure their well-being and quality of life. 

Duration: 1 Day                           
Location: Training can be delivered at your premises or at Portal's Training Centre 

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