Course designed for those in Safeguarding Lead role, from all sectors.
Provides tools and knowledge to make a difference to a vulnerable person’s life. Safeguarding is how we can protect children, young people and vulnerable adults from abuse or neglect by the actions, or lack of actions, of another person. In order to safeguard and protect persons from abuse or neglect we need to learn how to identify vulnerable individuals and take necessary steps to stop abuse and neglect. Course content:
- Safeguarding legislation and guidance
- Indicators of abuse and neglect
- Making judgements
- Communicating worries and concerns
- Roles and responsibilities
- Sharing information
- Allegations and complaints
- Reporting allegations and complaints
- Assessment
Learners must be a minimum of 18 years of age upon course commencement.