This is a short introductory course on ‘Safeguarding’.

The course aims to develop best practices around appropriately recognising and reporting harm, abuse, and neglect concerns.

The learning takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.  The course is available for individuals to attend or can be run as a workshop for up to 10 delegates.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

• • Understand what the term ‘Safeguarding’ means.
  • Identify key Safeguarding Legislation, Guidance and Procedures
  • Understand the four (4) main categories of abuse and list some of the key signs.​
  • Understand what constitutes a vulnerable person or group.
  • Understand your responsibilities as an individual or organisation.
  • Understand what to do if dealing with a disclosure.​
  • Understand how to record a disclosure or concern with confidence.
  • Understand what the term ‘cuckooing’ means.

Additional Information

The information and topics covered in this training may trigger emotional reactions, uneasy feelings, or resurrect past trauma.  It is important to consider self-care or seek support if this happens.

If you need support after the session, here are some useful numbers:

Samaritans (116 123) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you’re feeling, or if you’re worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org.

Derbyshire Domestic Abuse Helpline provides support to families affected by domestic abuse including refuge accommodation Abuse Helpline 24/7 – Tel 08000 198 668 and you will receive help from someone close by. If it is an emergency, dial 999. Visit the domestic abuse section at www.saferderbyshire.gov.uk for national and local helpline numbers.

Stop Hate Crime charity on 0800 138 1625. Hate Crime Helpline for those who witness or experience a physical or verbal attack, or the threat of attack, because of their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.

National Debtline 0808 8084000 www.nationaldebtline.co.uk 

Course Booking

Complete the form below and Hive Training Solutions team will contact you with prices, available dates, and further information.

Essentials Courses from Hive Training Solutions, a service provided in collaboration with  South Derbyshire CVS and South Derbyshire Volunteer Force.