This course is designed for those who need a strong knowledge of safeguarding. It is recommended to have completed Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection and Prevent KCSIE24 training prior to enrolling in this course. The content goes further into safeguarding procedures and the ways in which you should tackle suspected abuse to safeguard children from future harm. It explains the responsibilities of the designated safeguarding lead, including their duties and required training. The training introduces individual assessments and outlines the thresholds of needs. Additionally, it delves into the short and long-term risks associated with child abuse. Detailed protocols for reporting and responding to suspicions of child abuse, along with the necessary steps to take, are also discussed.

Module One: Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education Overview
This module will encompass information on serious case reviews, the significance of the DSL role, and understanding the essential needs of children in educational settings.

Module Two: The Role of the DSL
Focusing on the classroom environment as a foundational element for promoting reading, this module will explore various reading models and strategies to instill a love for recreational reading. It will emphasize the crucial role teachers play as role models in nurturing a reading culture.

Module Three: Practicalities of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Module three provides practical guidance and suggestions to equip you effectively as a DSL or Deputy DSL. It covers managing disclosures, referrals, and meetings, ensuring proficiency in achieving the best possible outcomes in safeguarding and child protection scenarios.

Module Four: Case Study Scenarios
Engaging with the application of safeguarding principles, module four presents case study scenarios that allow for the practical assessment of safeguarding issues and consideration of available options through observational learning experiences.