Training - Courses
Looking for something more in-depth? Using our network of trainers we provide courses either virtually or face to face providing that greater level of detail. Not able to attend any of the dates listed? Click on more info and join the waiting list.
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DSL Support Programme
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This 12-hour course seeks to grow the confidence of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and their deputies, building on their initial DSL training. Looking at the challenges of the role, the course seeks to address compliance with statutory guidance, share good practice and consider how to create a whole setting safeguarding culture.
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21st Sep, 2026 - 10:00
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Harmful Sexual Behaviour
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Early Years , Care , Schools , Colleges
Safeguarding Supervision
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This highly popular 12-hour course helps structure and approach supervision using an established supervision model to enable supervisors to empower staff and focus on the experience and progress of children and young people in their care.
This course consists of 2-hour sessions held over a six-week block. Please click 'More Info' to view the session dates.
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A Practice Guide to the Child Protection Process
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Schools , Colleges
Safeguarding for Governors and Governing Bodies
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Early Years , Care , Schools , Colleges
'Courageous Conversations' with Families
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Effective Referrals to Children's Services
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Making referrals is central to the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). It is a key responsibility outlined in the DSL’s job description in early years settings, schools and colleges in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
This course provides an insight into the issues that exist within the process and the wider context of social care, and is designed to build staff confidence in writing an effective referral to children’s services.
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Safeguarding and Inspection
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Reflecting Upon Safeguarding and Young People with SEND
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Suicide Prevention with PAPYRUS
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Suicide is the biggest killer of people aged 35 and under in the UK. We believe that suicide is often preventable.
Safeguarding Network has commissioned this training to be delivered by PAPYRUS. Prevention of Young Suicide (PAPYRUS) is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.
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Child-on-Child Abuse Training
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We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new Child-on-Child Abuse Training course! This comprehensive training is specifically designed for Designated Safeguarding Leads and school leaders, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively identify and manage cases of child-on-child abuse in your setting.
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Quality Assurance of Alternative Provisions
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The inspection and QA of alternative provision is rightly under scrutiny. For some of our young people an alternative provision helps them to maintain a positive view of engaging with adults and education.
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Insights into working with young men in schools
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Education provisions are increasingly concerned about the impact of so-called toxic masculinity , misogyny and in some cases Incel within our learning communities.
This course will explore some of the societal , online and other starting points in relation to the issues and the ways in which education has and continues to address them.
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New to the Role - DSL Training
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This ‘New to the Role - DSL Training’ programme seeks to support newly appointed Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputies so that they are confident in taking on this important responsibility.
DSL Refresher Course
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This course is designed for DSLs based in England who have had their initial DSL Training with their local authority and provides a refresher keeping you up to date with latest statutory guidance and best practice so that you are ready for the new academic year. We cover everything related to KCSIE and invite discussion and participation around forthcoming changes.
Note: We always recommend approaching your local authority for any DSL Training/Refreshers in the first instance. We are here to compliment, not replace local training.
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Defensible decision making in safeguarding practice
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The safeguarding of children and young people has become increasingly complex in respect of the children, their families and wider communities.
Decision making about safeguarding is a core thread of practice for DSLs and safeguarding teams.
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Managing Allegations
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This essential training course is designed for professionals working in education who are responsible for responding to and managing allegations. the course provides a comprehensive overview of the types of allegations that may arise, including low-level and serious concerns, and equips participants with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively and lawfully. Through practical guidance on working with children, families, and professionals, making referrals to the LADO, and conducting internal investigations in line with statutory and organisational frameworks, attendees will develop professional confidence and competence in handling complex safeguarding scenarios. Whether you're new to the role or looking to refresh your expertise, this course ensures you are prepared to manage allegations with clarity, integrity, and care.
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Early Years DSL Training
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This course is designed to strengthen the confidence and competence of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and their deputies working in Early Years settings. The statutory requirements outlined in Annex C of the new EYFS states what should be included for the DSL.
Training for the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) should take account of any advice from the local safeguarding partners or local authority on appropriate training courses.
This course takes place across two dates.
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Helping families - what staff need to know
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The KCSiE 2026 consultation sets out that staff need to know about responses to absence and how to access family help (both from your setting and local agencies).
This session takes DSLs through the requirements and how we can effectively deliver sessions within early years settings, schools and colleges to ensure all staff have clarity about how to respond to young people and families.
Prevention, necessity and proportionality
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This free webinar will look at the implications of the new guidance, how this integrates with the RSHE guidance, KCSiE, and looks at the lessons learnt from other sectors.
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