Positive Handling in Schools Training

Course Overview

The Positive Handling in Schools Training course provides learners with essential knowledge of behaviour management, legal responsibilities, and positive handling strategies required in educational environments. The qualification focuses on understanding school policies, safeguarding procedures, and safe intervention techniques to ensure the wellbeing and safety of pupils and staff.

This course is ideal for individuals working or seeking to work in schools, educational institutions, or childcare environments where managing challenging behaviour safely and effectively is essential.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Understand the principles of positive handling in educational settings

Recognise challenging behaviours and identify appropriate responses

Understand government guidance and school policies on positive handling

Apply duty of care and safeguarding responsibilities in schools

Use the SCARF model to positively influence behaviour

Create effective positive handling plans for pupils

Promote safe and supportive learning environments

Course Aims

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:

• Manage challenging behaviour safely and professionally
• Understand legal responsibilities including the Children Act 1989
• Implement positive handling strategies in schools
• Promote positive behaviour and safe learning environments

(Exact qualifications may vary depending on awarding body requirements.)

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Primary school teachers
• Teaching assistants and nursery staff
• Headteachers and school leadership teams
• School support staff
• Parents and guardians interested in behaviour management

No prior experience is required.

Course Content / Units

Introduction to Positive Handling in Schools

Behaviour Management Strategies

Understanding the SCARF Model

Duty of Care and Legal Responsibilities

Government Guidance on Physical Intervention

Creating Effective Positive Handling Plans

Promoting Safe and Supportive Learning Environments

Course Delivery

The course is delivered through fully online learning materials, practical case studies, audiovisual lessons, and interactive modules. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone.

Assessment

Assessment is typically knowledge-based and may include:

• Multiple-choice questions
• Short written responses
• Online quizzes or assignments

Progression Opportunities

Successful learners may progress to:

• Further qualifications in education support
• Behaviour management and safeguarding training
• Teaching assistant or education support roles
• Advanced courses in child safeguarding and education

Certification

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a recognised Positive Handling in Schools Training certificate demonstrating their knowledge of behaviour management and safe intervention practices in educational settings.

Certificates are issued digitally immediately after course completion, with the option to receive a printed certificate by post (shipping cost £5.99).

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