This online training programme prepares learners to take on the responsibilities of a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at Level 3. It covers safeguarding principles, recognising the signs of abuse, responding to disclosures, and managing safeguarding procedures across an organisation.
What You Will Learn
- The core duties and expectations of a DSL.
- Indicators of abuse, neglect and exploitation, and how to assess risk.
- Legal frameworks, safeguarding policies and national guidance.
- How to respond to disclosures, record information accurately and make referrals.
- Effective communication, professional boundaries and multi-agency collaboration.
- How to promote safe environments and implement preventative safeguarding measures.
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to Safeguarding & the DSL Role
- Legislation, Policies & Guidance
- Identifying Abuse, Neglect & Harm
- Responding to Safeguarding Concerns & Disclosures
- Risk Assessment & Safeguarding Planning
- Documentation, Record Keeping & Information Sharing
- Working with Other Agencies & Professionals
Who Should Enrol
- New or aspiring Designated Safeguarding Leads.
- Senior staff, managers, team leaders and safeguarding coordinators.
- Professionals in education, childcare, healthcare, social care and community services.
Certification & Key Features
- 100% online and self-paced.
- Accredited digital certificate upon completion.
- Accessible across all devices.
- Practical, real-world safeguarding training suitable for leadership roles.
Career & Progression
This course supports progression into roles such as Designated Safeguarding Lead, Safeguarding Officer, Deputy DSL or safeguarding leadership positions across educational and care settings.
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£120.00
Easy to follow and relevant information. Option to re-do quizzes was great too.
4 months agoGot way more than I expected with this course. Extremely detailed. You're able to engage in the modules as much or as little as your time availability. I highly recommend.
4 months agoThe course was very in-depth, informative and covered quite a wide variety of subjects.
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