Courses

Basic Introduction to Safeguarding Children & Safe Working Practice for NQTs

  • This course is for any recently appointed NQTs. It is split into 2 sessions
  • Session 1 covers a basic introduction to safeguarding children, recognising abuse and information sharing guidance.
  • Session 2 covers safe working practice the trainer will work through the guidance "Safe Working Practice for the Protection of Children and Staff in Education Settings" updated in Sept. 2012 by Schools Service and issued to all staff.

 

Course Content: Basic Introduction to Safeguarding Children – 2 hours

  • Introductions
  • Recent Changes in CP legislation
  • Definitions of abuse
  • Recognising abuse
  • Case study
  • Consulting, making a referral
  • Information Sharing Guidance
  • The Process of Child Protection
  • Close & Evaluation 

 

Safe Working Practice – 1 hour 

Working through the guidance ‘Safe Working Practice for the Protection of Children and Staff in Education Settings’ updated in October 2008 by Schools Service and issued to all Education Staff. This is an opportunity to discuss a set of statements with colleagues in order to determine what is classed as ‘Safe Practice’ for professionals.

 

*The certificate for this session will include the 2 aspects of training undertaken*

  • Facilitator
  • Venue & Travel Information

Claire Heap (Education Safeguarding Officer, RBC)

Claire joined Rochdale LA in 2011, having previously worked in HR roles across different sectors for 15 years. She initially worked within the Schools HR team, providing advice on a wide range of HR matters including statutory guidance on Safer Recruitment and allegations management procedures. During this time, Claire enjoyed building relationships with schools and developed a keen interest in safeguarding, which led to her moving into the role of Education Safeguarding Officer in October 2017. Within this role, Claire provides single-agency training, advice and support to school staff in relation to safeguarding.

Hopwood Hall College

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How to get here

By Road: The Rochdale campus is 2.6 miles from junction 20 off the M62. Follow the signs for Rochdale town centre

By Rail: Rochdale train station is a ten minute walk from the Rochdale Campus through the town centre. It is also a Metrolink station, Manchester’s light railway system, which links Rochdale with Oldham, Bury and Manchester City Centre.

By Bus: The Rochdale bus station is approximately 5 minutes’ walk from the Rochdale campus. There are frequent bus services throughout the borough which terminate in Rochdale.

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