Practical Guidance on Safeguarding and Child Protection in Education
Sub Category
- Other Teaching & Academics
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Objectives
- Understand the statutory safeguarding duties set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education and how they apply to your role.
- Explain safeguarding responsibilities within education and apply a child-centred approach in practice
- Apply safeguarding principles confidently in everyday educational practice to protect children from harm.
- Build the confidence to contribute to a strong safeguarding culture that prioritises child welfare and compliance.
- Learn how to recognise signs of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and safeguarding concerns in children and young people.
- Know the correct procedures for responding to concerns, recording information, and reporting to the designated safeguarding lead.
- Follow correct reporting, recording, and escalation procedures.
- Get a clear understanding of GDPR responsibilities within education, including lawful data handling and information sharing.
- Learn how to manage safeguarding and pupil data securely while balancing confidentiality and child protection duties.
- Understand the key online risks facing children, including cyberbullying, grooming, and exposure to harmful content.
- Apply practical strategies to promote online safety and support children’s digital wellbeing.
- Know the principles of safer recruitment and why robust vetting and safeguarding checks are essential in education.
- Understand safer recruitment expectations and the importance of ongoing vigilance
- Respond appropriately to allegations involving staff and to child-on-child sexual harm concerns
Pre Requisites
- No prior requirements needed.
FAQ
- Q. How long do I have access to the course materials?
- A. You can view and review the lecture materials indefinitely, like an on-demand channel.
- Q. Can I take my courses with me wherever I go?
- A. Definitely! If you have an internet connection, courses on Udemy are available on any device at any time. If you don't have an internet connection, some instructors also let their students download course lectures. That's up to the instructor though, so make sure you get on their good side!
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