Harmful Sexual Behaviour (HSB) in Education Understanding, Recognising and Responding in Line with KCSIE 2026

Harmful Sexual Behaviour (HSB) remains one of the most challenging safeguarding issues facing schools and colleges. Following the publication of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2026, education providers are expected to ensure that all staff can recognise child-on-child abuse, respond appropriately to Harmful Sexual Behaviour and contribute to creating a culture of safety where children feel protected and heard. This engaging and interactive course equips education professionals with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills required to identify, assess and respond to Harmful Sexual Behaviour in accordance with statutory safeguarding guidance. Delegates will explore the continuum of sexual behaviours, understand safeguarding thresholds, develop professional curiosity and examine realistic case studies to improve safeguarding decision-making.

Who Should Attend?

 This course is suitable for:

 · Designated Safeguarding Leads

 · Deputy DSLs

 · Headteachers

 · Senior Leaders

· Teachers · Teaching Assistants

 · BehaviourLeads

 · SENDCOs

 · Pastoral Staff

 · Governors

 · Trustees

· Alternative Provision

 · Independent Schools

 · Colleges

By the end of this course delegates will:

· Understand Harmful Sexual Behaviour (HSB) and its place within child-on-child abuse.

 · Understand the expectations of KCSIE 2026.

 · Recognise developmentally expected versus harmful sexual behaviours.

· Respond confidently to disclosures and safeguarding concerns.

 · Understand recording, reporting and referral responsibilities.

 · Explore trauma-informed safeguarding practice.

· Recognise the impact of online Harmful Sexual Behaviour.

 · Improve professional confidence when making safeguarding decisions