This is a recording of a past webinar.
Overview
The DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) Monthly Update course for September provides crucial updates on safeguarding practices and policies in education. Led by an experienced presenter, the course delves into the latest changes in the “Keeping Children Safe in Education” document, ensuring that safeguarding leads are informed and equipped to implement these updates in their schools.
Suitable For:
- Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)
- School Administrators
- Education Professionals involved in policy and safeguarding
- Governors and Proprietors
Key Points:
- KCSIE specific updates and changes and how they impact existing safeguarding policies.
- Behaviour Policy Adjustments and the alignment of school behaviour policies with the updated guidance including searching, screening, and confiscation.
- Online Searches in Safer Recruitment for shortlisted candidates as part of safer recruitment practices.
- Ongoing Vigilance and Safeguarding Culture and strategies for maintaining an environment that deters abuse and promotes safeguarding.
Benefits of the Course:
- Compliance: Ensure your school’s policies and practices are compliant with the latest statutory requirements.
- Preparedness: Be fully prepared for the start of the school year with a comprehensive checklist and action plan.
- Policy Cohesion: Achieve a seamless integration of safeguarding across various school policies.
By attending this course, participants will gain crucial knowledge and practical tools to enhance their school’s safeguarding framework, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all students.
Elizabeth Rose
Elizabeth is an experienced safeguarding practitioner, adviser and trainer. She has over 15 years’ experience working in education and was formerly a Designated Safeguarding Lead in a secondary school. She is currently an independent safeguarding consultant and trainer, alongside working for a Local Authority as their Safeguarding in Education Adviser.
