As the Designated Safeguarding Lead, you are the first point of contact for staff, families and visitors whenever a child protection concern arises — so your knowledge needs to be in-depth and up to date. This Level 3 course gives you the confidence to lead safeguarding across your setting, from the legal framework and your responsibilities to handling disclosures and making referrals.
What you’ll learn
- The safeguarding structure, and the law, policy and guidance that underpin the highest standards
- The roles and responsibilities of the Designated Safeguarding Lead
- How to identify the signs of possible abuse
- The process to follow when a safeguarding issue is identified
- How to handle disclosures correctly and sensitively
- The varying levels of need, and the right processes to follow for each
- How to record information accurately and follow due process, including referral to external agencies
Who it’s for
Anyone in a management, supervisory or designated child protection role in a childcare setting — your DSL and deputy DSLs, managers and owners, or anyone preparing to take on the safeguarding lead role.
What’s included
- NFAQ-accredited completion certificate
- Evidence for compliance & Ofsted audit
- Media-rich learning with voiceovers
- Learn on any device, at your own pace
Accredited by NFAQAll of our courses carry NFAQ accreditation, giving you recognised evidence of completion for compliance and Ofsted audit.
Training a whole team?
Buy multiple licences, or give every member of staff unlimited access with the Training Portal from £5 per learner.
