Designated Safeguarding Officer

This course defines the Designated Safeguarding Officer role, highlighting the impact of personal values on practice. It covers key steps, responses to abuse reports, handling accusations against staff, and addresses the emotional impact of safeguarding and the need for a personal support network.

Course Summary

DATE(S)

Various

DURATION

  • 6.5 Hours

PRICE (FROM)

£60 (Exc VAT)

DELIVERY METHOD

Online / In Person

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Description

Introductions / safe space
The role and main responsibilities of the DSL
Understanding your own values and principles and the impact of these on professional practice
Deciding what steps your organisation needs to take
Knowing how to respond effectively to reports of abuse
Understanding the process should a staff member/volunteer be accused of abuse
Developing an awareness of the emotional impact of safeguarding
Identifying a network for personal support
Key learning / action plan
Wellbeing activity

Course Availability

Would you like this course delivered inhouse and tailored for your team?
or can't make the advertised dates?

Would you like this delivered inhouse and tailored for your team? or can't make the advertised dates?
Register your interest now

20
May
2025
  • PD hours: 6.5
1 day
10:00 AM - 04:30 PM
  • PD hours: 6.5
Session information

Sessions

Designated Safeguarding Officer - In person
10:00 - 16:30
Duration: 1 day
  • Free

Hybrid course - select online or in person

Designated Safeguarding Officer - Online
10:00 BST - 16:30 BST
Duration: 1 day
  • Free

Hybrid course - select online or in person

Facilitator(s): Gemma McDonald
From: 
  • £90.00 excl. VAT
Hybrid course - select online or in person