Safeguarding in Education

Gain an understanding of safeguarding in education with this short course. Designed to provide knowledge and skills for protecting children and vulnerable adults in schools and colleges, it covers safeguarding policies, statutory guidance, and child protection. Learn the importance of British values, prevent duties, consent, and online safety. Understand the roles and responsibilities involved in safeguarding children in education.

Guided Learning hours: 2

Learning method: Online

Printable Certificate (CPD Certified)

Assessment type: Auto-marked questions and all knowledge-based units.

In this course, learners will cover:

• What is safeguarding? - This section covers safeguarding definitions, relevant legislation, importance in education, children's rights, abuse types, key concerns, recognising abuse, and response protocols.
• Prevent/British Values - This section covers British Values, Prevent Duty, radicalisation factors, warning signs, legal requirements, and reporting procedures to keep individuals safe from radicalisation.
• Consent - This section defines consent, verbal and non-verbal, its importance, legal obligations, consequences, staff duties, support for victims, and reporting procedures.
• Online safety - This section covers online benefits and risks, staff responsibilities, warning signs, safety measures, reporting concerns, and further resources.