Safer Organisations

Why do we need safeguarding training?

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The importance of safeguarding training and development activities for all members of staff cannot be overstated. Whilst watching, think about training and development.

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In your opinion, what are the three most important reasons for training and development for safeguarding activities?

There are many good reasons for safeguarding training and development. In selecting your most important three, you may have considered:

  • Raising awareness within the organisation.
  • Building confidence among staff and learners.
  • Helping to create a culture of vigilance, openness and listening by involving and informing all members of the organisation.
  • Satisfying legal requirements and meeting responsibilities to work towards a safer learning environment.
  • Encouraging action when there are concerns.
  • Promoting effective practice and strengthening partnerships by sharing information.

Module 4 explores personal development in more detail.

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Personal support

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Support Me

The following links highlight sources of support for you if you are personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Samaritans A confidential telephone or email listening service if you need to talk about your own experiences.

SupportLine Offers confidential emotional support by telephone, email and post, working to help develop healthy and positive coping strategies. They also keep details of counsellors, agencies and support groups throughout the UK.

Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse (HAVOCA) Provides support, friendship and advice for any adult whose life has been affected by childhood abuse.

Support for Learners

The following links highlight sources of support for learners or anyone else you know who may be personally affected by any of the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

ChildLine Offers support, advice and guidance for anyone up to the age of 18 on a variety of topics, including abuse.

Respond A national, free service for children, young people, adults and elders with learning difficulties.

TheSite Young adult oriented searchable website offering support, advice and guidance on a wide range of topics, including abuse.

Information, Advice and Guidance

The following links highlight sources of further information, advice and guidance around the issues raised in this course. Select a link to open it in a new window.

Ann Craft Trust An organisation focused on safeguarding people with learning disabilities.

Department of Health The Department of Health website contains useful information about safeguarding adults.