Whether you work face-to-face, with children or have contact with them only occasionally, then Safeguarding Level 1 training is a legal requirement. This course is designed to enable you to comply with statutory guidance.
At the end of the course, you will be familiar with current legislation and guidance surrounding safeguarding children and adults at risk, know the signs and symptoms to look out for, know what to do if you are worried someone is being abused or neglected, know how to respond to disclosures and how to share and record information for safeguarding.
What will you Learn on a Combined Level 1 Safeguarding Training Course?
- Identify the relevant legislation and guidance that safeguards children and adults at risk
- Identify what is meant by safeguarding and child and adult abuse
- Name the categories of child and adult abuse
- Recognise the signs and indicators of possible abuse and behaviour changes (including Child Sexual Exploitation, Female Genital Mutilation, Bullying and Harassment, Honour Based Violence, Forced Marriage, Domestic Abuse, Violence Against Women and Girls and the Prevent Agenda)
- Identify the barriers to report concerns (from both victim and professional perspective)
- Understand how to respond to individuals that you are concerned about
- Understand how to report concerns or allegations of abuse (including emergency responses)
- Awareness of information sharing and multi-agency working- Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR
Who is Level 1 Safeguarding Training for?
Level 1 training is for anyone who works with or comes into contact with children, young people, vulnerable adults / adults at risk of harm or abuse. It provide an understanding of National safeguarding principles and best practices.
Roles ( paid or otherwise) that require safeguarding Level 1 training are based in a variety of sectors and organisations including:-
- Health and Social Care Staff
- Education including schools, colleges and universities
- Sports Coaches and Activity Leaders
- Museums and creative arts
- Health and Wellbeing Coaches, Therapists and Counsellors
- Early Years Settings
- Housing Associations
- Residential Care Staff
- Call Centre Staff
- Benefits Advice Teams
- Taxi Drivers and Transport Operators
- Receptionists
- Maintenance and Repairs staff
- Volunteers
Our training ensures that individuals understand their safeguarding responsibilities including their common law duty of care: know how to report concerns and the importance of creating a safer culture for those they support.
Why is Level 1 safeguarding Training Important?
Level 1 Safeguarding Training is important as it provides the essential knowledge needed to protect children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. It ensures those working with vulnerable people understand their duty of care and legal safeguarding obligations. It educates individuals how to act appropriately when they have a concern and follow the correct reporting pathway.
How to book this course
To book this course please click on the below course date preferred and pay by card. Or speak to a friendly member of our team to arrange this. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding this Level 1 Safeguarding Training Course.