BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sacpa - ECPv6.17.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sacpa X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sacpa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T131500 DTSTAMP:20250829T164448Z CREATED:20250425T165005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T164448Z UID:15478-1758283200-1758287700@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Group Supervision (Session 1 of 6) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£600-1200 (for all 6 sessions)\nšŸ“ Online \n\nGroup Supervision for Safeguarding Professionals \nSACPAā€™s group supervision sessions are designed to foster a stable\, supportive\, and reflective community of practice among safeguarding professionals. Each group includes 4ā€“8 participants who meet regularly to share experiences\, explore challenges\, and develop their safeguarding knowledge and skills in a safe\, structured environment. \nGroup supervision encourages professional growth\, strengthens reflective practice\, and promotes resilience by enabling participants to draw on collective insights and expertise. \nProgramme Structure: \n\nA series of six 1-hour group supervision sessions\, held monthly\nFacilitated by an experienced safeguarding professional\nFocused on peer learning\, reflection\, and real-world case discussions\n\nHow SACPA group safeguarding supervision works: \n\nParticipants commit to attending all six sessions to build trust and continuity\nA short initial planning meeting will be held to establish the groupā€™s supervision contract\nTogether\, the group will agree on:\n\nPreferred models of supervision\nWorking agreements and expectations\nBoundaries for confidentiality and respectful dialogue\n\n\n\nThese sessions are particularly beneficial for Designated Safeguarding Leads\, deputies\, safeguarding managers\, and those with regular safeguarding responsibilities across education\, health\, youth services\, or care settings. \nSupervision Dates \nSession 1: September 19\, 2025\nSession 2: October 17\, 2025\nSession 3: November 17\, 2025\nSession 4: January 20\, 2026\nSession 5: February 23\, 2026\nSession 6: March 17\, 2026 \nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nMariya Ali\, Director of Safeguarding and Director\, Sacpa \nMariya Ali is an internationally recognized expert in safeguarding and child protection with over two decades of multidisciplinary experience. Her career spans senior advisory\, academic\, legal\, and leadership roles\, underpinned by her strong commitment to child rights and welfare. \nShe has served as a Minister of Gender\, Family\, and Human Rights in the Maldives\, where she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Mariya has also contributed extensively at the international level\, working with organizations such as UNICEF\, UNDP\, and ECPAT International\, advising on child sexual abuse and exploitation\, and developing child protection systems in South Asia and beyond. \nAs an academic and practitioner\, Mariya holds qualifications in law and child psychology and has published widely on child rights\, online child safety\, and trauma-informed safeguarding. Her roles have included consultancy\, research\, and training\, with a particular focus on systems-based safeguarding approaches\, survivor-centered interventions\, and legislative frameworks. \nMariyaā€™s leadership is characterized by a balance of strategic vision\, policy expertise\, and grounded experience in frontline protection. She brings to SACPA not only a global perspective but also a deep understanding of local implementation challenges\, making her a valuable asset to drive the organizationā€™s mission forward. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-group-supervision-1-session-1-of-6/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Teams CATEGORIES:Online,Training ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250926T113000 DTSTAMP:20250903T122148Z CREATED:20250425T170548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T122148Z UID:15482-1758879000-1758886200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Sextortion: lessons from the casefiles DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£135-270\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding practitioners and leaders who may work or be working with children\, their families and other professionals where children are subject to financially motivated extortion and technology assisted child sexual abuse\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nUnderstanding and Responding to Sextortion: Safeguarding Practice in Focus \nĀ Recent reports from the National Crime Agency (NCA) and CEOP highlight a significant rise in cases of sextortionā€”where children and young people are coerced into meeting financial demands under threats to release nudes or semi-nudes. This form of blackmail\, often digitally facilitated\, presents complex safeguarding challenges requiring informed\, sensitive\, and coordinated responses. \nThis interactive seminar brings together safeguarding practitioners for a collaborative exploration of sextortion and its impact on children. Led by a specialist in technology-assisted child sexual abuse\, the session provides expert insight\, encourages professional reflection\, and equips participants with tools to identify\, respond to\, and prevent this growing form of harm. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nDefining financially motivated sexual extortion (sextortion) and using the Sharing Nudes and Semi-Nudes guidance effectively\nUnderstanding the voice and lived experience of children affected by sextortion\nExamining the role of internal systems and multi-agency safeguarding in either supporting or re-traumatising victims\nIdentifying key implications for safeguarding practice and preventative education\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop a clear understanding of financially motivated sexual extortion and its impact on young people\nApply the latest Nudes and Semi-Nudes guidance to inform safeguarding responses\nReflect on the lived experiences of affected children\, including the risks of victim-blaming and re-traumatisation\nEngage in reflective discussion\, share experiences\, and explore practical responses to complex safeguarding dilemmas\nInform and shape future policy and practice in their setting to better identify\, respond to\, and prevent sextortion\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: Philip Baines\, Director\, Woodland Baine \nPhilip was a Detective having spent 30 years in the police. The last 14 years of his police service was in the Child Abuse Investigation Unit (CAIU). \nPhilip is a qualified AIM3 Assessor of children displaying HSB. \nPhilip also quality assured the Home Office Harmful Sexual Behaviours Support Service (HSBSS) where he oversaw and triaged all the requests for support and advised personally on all the complex cases. \nHe is also qualified as the following: \n\nFamily Liaison Officer (FLO)\nDisaster Victim Identification Officer (DVI)\nSignificant Witness interviewer (Sig Wit)\nEnhanced Cognitive Witness Interviewer\nDomestic Abuse Officer\nPIP Level 2 investigator\nAchieving Best Evidence (ABE- VRI vulnerable and intimidated witness interviewer)\nSpecialist Child Abuse Investigative Development Programme (SCAIDP)\nJoint Investigator ā€“ Section 47 Children Act ā€˜89\n\nPhilip was also seconded to the Training Department for 2 years\, where he received qualifications in training and delivered all these subjects\, including Harmful Sexual Behaviours (HSB). \nPhilip supports survivors and families who have been victim of all types of abuse\, including technology assisted child sexual abuse (TACSA) through his work as a consultant for the Marie Collins Foundation. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sextortion-lessons-from-the-casefiles-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251013T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251013T110000 DTSTAMP:20250724T101800Z CREATED:20250623T130700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T101800Z UID:15494-1760349600-1760353200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Managing the Single Central Register (SCR) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļøĀ Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45\nšŸŽ§ All who have responsibility and oversight responsibility of safer recruitment and regulatory compliance including safeguarding professionals and leaders\, trustees\, board members and governors\, bursars\, HR professionals\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nIs your Single Central Record (SCR) fully compliant? \nAll schools and colleges are required to maintain a SCR in accordance with statutory guidance and relevant legislation. However\, common issues such as inaccuracies and missing information continue to pose compliance risks\, often leading to poor inspection outcomes and negative safeguarding judgements. \nThis webinar is designed to support staff with operational or oversight responsibility for the SCR. It will provide practical advice and clarity on how to meet latest compliance requirements and maintain a robust and accurate record. \nTraining topics will include how long to retain relevant evidence\, procedures for maintenance and auditing\, and actions to take when a staff member or volunteer is found unsuitable. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain an understanding of key legislation and statutory guidance related to the SCR\nLearn how to develop a comprehensive checklist for compliance audits\nUnderstand best-practice procedures for maintaining and checking the SCR\nKnow what to review and record when a staff memberā€™s or volunteerā€™s suitability changes\n\nBOOK NOW \nUnable to attend live? A post-webinar recording will be available. Email bsa@boarding.org.uk to purchase. \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-managing-the-single-central-register-scr-5/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T110000 DTSTAMP:20251013T194625Z CREATED:20250626T155240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T194625Z UID:15496-1760436000-1760439600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding children with gender dysphoria DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļøĀ Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding Leads\, Governors\, Trustees\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar explores how educational professionals can support children and young people experiencing gender dysphoria or questioning their gender identity. Grounded in current research and practice\, the session provides introductory age-appropriate guidance within the context of education. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand and respond appropriately to those presenting with gender dysphoria and those who are gender-questioning\nBe aware of language around the topic as well as the legal requirements for schools (with particular reference to the Equality Act)\nReview the most recent thinking and research around the best way to support and safeguard those with gender dysphoria.\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for SACPA CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nNicola Oā€™BrienĀ FRSA\, Director of SafeguardingĀ and DSL\, Felsted School \nNicola Oā€™Brien is the Director of Safeguarding and DSL at Felsted School in Essex. She has worked in education for nearly 30 years\, mostly within boarding leadership and safeguarding. Formerly Chair of a Special Interest Group on Gender Dysphoria for the AoCPP\, she is now co-Chair of the SafeguardingĀ in Education group for the same organisation\, a Safeguarding AdviserĀ for the Diocese of Westminster and runs a cluster group to support DSLs in independent schools in Essex. In addition\, she has NSPCC accreditation as a safeguarding trainer\, is an accredited Safer Recruitment Trainer and is a trained supervisor. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-children-with-gender-dysphoria/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T140000 DTSTAMP:20251127T125553Z CREATED:20250811T134504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T125553Z UID:15520-1764939600-1764943200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Responding and analysing child-on-child incidents DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45Ā ā€“Ā Discounted rate for BSA members\nšŸŽ§ Designated safeguarding leads\, mental health leads\, counsellors and pastoral support workers\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nChild-on-child abuse remains a serious safeguarding concern\, with many sectors requiring a zero-tolerance approach to its investigation. This webinar explores the critical role of thorough analysis\, accurate recording\, and robust investigation in addressing these incidents. \nJoin us as we delve into best practices for investigating child-on-child abuse. Weā€™ll cover how to analyse incidents effectively\, record them accurately\, and prepare for possible complaints or legal scrutiny. \nCanā€™t attend live? A recording of the webinar will be available afterwards. Email info@sacpa.org.uk to purchase. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding child-on-child abuse and the implications of a zero-tolerance approach\nEffective recording of individual incidents\nAnalysing patterns\, contexts\, and disseminating findings for learning and improvement\nInvestigating incidents thoroughly and professionally\nResponding to challenges: what does strong evidence and defensible decision-making look like?\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nClarify what constitutes child-on-child abuse and what a zero-tolerance policy entails\nExplore how effective recording and analysis support safeguarding outcomes\nIdentify the essential components of a robust and defensible investigation\nGain confidence in handling complaints and legal challenges related to safeguarding decisions.\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nMaria Strauss\, Partner\, FarrerĀ &Ā Co \nMaria Strauss is a Partner at the law firm Farrer & Co.Ā She has extensive experience in safeguarding and employment law. She acts for a variety of not for profit and education organisations including independent schools\, charities\, faith-based organisations and sports clubs. Maria has many yearsā€™ experience in handling sensitive and complex cases for clients. She is a specialist in investigations and a trained interviewer.Ā Maria advises on all aspects of employment and equality law and was the lead author of the AGBIS Resource for Governors on Equality\, Diversity and Inclusion. Most recently\, Maria has advised on a number of complex cases such as bullying cases (including anonymous witnesses)\, safeguarding investigations into serious allegations with related parental complaints; whistleblowing complaints\, ā€˜clash of rightsā€™ cases\, and a range of other cases involving staff\, children and parents. Maria is a governor of an independent prep school in London. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/analysing-child-on-child-incidents-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251210T103000 DTSTAMP:20251209T105015Z CREATED:20250626T163528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T105015Z UID:15524-1765359000-1765362600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding Practice Forum DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø FREE\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nSafeguarding practice forums are FREEĀ networking events for SACPA members and part of the SACPA mission to bring safeguarding leaders and practitioners together for mutual support and learning. Each month safeguarding leads\, practitioners\, senior leaders\, trustees and governors meet online to network around a specific safeguarding theme. Ā  \nThis event is also FREE for non-members. \nThis session will explore emerging online risks\, AI risks\, tricky cases\, and effective responses across different settings. \nWhy attend? \n\nShare and learn from others facing similar digital safeguarding challenges\nHear practical strategies for managing online risks in schools\, sport\, and social care\nGain clarity and confidence in responding to complex digital issues\nConnect with a community of safeguarding practitioners.\n\nLearning outcomes \n\nUnderstand current digital risks and how they affect children\nLearn practical approaches to managing online concerns\nGain insight from peers across sectors\nBuild confidence and a supportive professional network.\n\nBOOK NOW \nNot a member?\nDid you know that professional membership pays for itself in as little as two events per year?Ā  Browse the membership page for more information. \n\nSpeaker: \nArabella Northey\, Head of Partnerships and Communications\, Seqrd Technology \nFollowing eighteen years of dedicated experience in education across diverse school environments\, Arabella has cultivated a deep understanding of pedagogy and the evolving landscape of learning and the digital world. She has taught in both the state and private school sector. As a co-founder of The Fulham Boys School\, she developed a curriculum to equip and challenge boys of all abilities and foster a love of learning. Having completed her NPQH\, she worked with schools and senior leaders to embed thinking skills\, metacognition and self-regulation strategies within their curriculum. \nHer role as Head of Partnerships and Communications at Seqrd Technology has enabled her to combine her expertise in metacognition\, technology and safeguarding. This position has given her the opportunity to help schools and parents support their pupils to thrive online and navigate digital spaces safely. \nĀ  URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-members-safeguarding-practice-forum-8/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Forum,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T160000 DTSTAMP:20260107T123459Z CREATED:20250717T144821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T123459Z UID:15831-1768212000-1768233600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding update for DSLs (level 3 certificate) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£235-470 ā€“ Discounted rate for BSA members\nšŸŽ§ Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSLā€™s\, DDSLs\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nDesignated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) in schools must complete regular refresher training to maintain the knowledge and skills needed to fulfil their responsibilities effectively. \nThis one-day SACPA Certificate Programme meets the learning outcomes set out in Annex C of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). While rooted in statutory guidance for education professionals in England\, the programme also draws on examples from international\, third-sector\, and independent settingsā€”making it relevant for a wide range of safeguarding practitioners. \nCombining expert-led instruction\, practical case studies\, and peer discussion\, the course also includes a dedicated focus on self-care in safeguarding roles. \nTraining topics will include: \n\n\nThe core responsibilities of the DSL\n\n\nLegal and regulatory frameworks across the UK and Charity Commission expectations\n\n\nBuilding a culture of listening to children\n\n\nĀ The importance of effective information sharing\n\n\nĀ Recognising trauma and supporting vulnerable groups\n\n\nĀ Key safeguarding indicators and emerging concerns (e.g.\, online safety\, peer-on-peer harm\, exploitation)\n\n\nMulti-agency collaboration and referral processes.\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the DSLā€™s role in working with childrenā€™s social care and promoting child welfare\nPromote a culture where childrenā€™s voices are heard and their views inform safeguarding practice\nRecognise the long-term effects of trauma and adversity on behaviour and learning\nBe alert to the specific needs of vulnerable children\, including those with SEND\, health needs\, or caring responsibilities\nConfidently address online safety risks\, particularly for children with SEND\nSupport colleagues in meeting Prevent Duty requirements\nNavigate early help pathways\, statutory thresholds\, and referral protocols\nContribute effectively to child protection conferences and multi-agency meetings\nApply best practice in internal and external information sharing.\n\nExperienced safeguarding leads and those interested in refreshing their DSL training with a programme at advanced level\, or those new to role wishing to reflect on values and key dilemmas may consider a two-day Sacpa certificate Designated Safeguarding Lead Advanced Certificate (DSL) (level 3 ā€“ 2 days) \nAudience: Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSLā€™s\, DDSLs \nA similar SACPA one day DSL programme is also available on a consultancy basis where organisations have several colleagues in\, or aspiring to be in\, safeguarding leadership roles. Some tailoring of programme materials for specific organisational contexts is part of a consultancy package. \nFor more information or to enquire about SACPA consultancy including face-to-face tailored training packages\, review\, audit\, health check projects contact info@sacpa.org.uk to request a short scoping meeting about your needs. \nBOOK NOW \n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nSpeaker: \nAnn Marie Christian \nAnn MarieĀ is an International Safeguarding Consultant\, Trainer\, Author\, and Speaker with over 30 yearsā€™ experience as a qualified social worker. Since 1996\, she has worked across local authorities in frontline services\, management\, and as a Safeguarding Advisor\, LADO\, and Designated Safeguarding Lead Trainer. Ann Marie became an independent consultant in 2010\, providing safeguarding advice\, training\, and consultancy services to schools\, charities\, local authorities\, and global organisations\, including the NSPCC\, COIS\, BSME\, ISI Consultancy\, BSA\, IAPS\, the Premier League\, and many more. She regularly writes forĀ Head Teachers Update\,Ā SEN Magazine\, andĀ Nursery World\, and develops safeguarding courses for Optimus\, The Key for Leaders and Educare. Ann Marie has delivered keynotes and workshops internationally in regions such as the UK\, Dubai\, Singapore\, Texas\, Monaco\, Jamaica and more. Recognised for her impact\, she was Highly Commended at the 2019 WinTrade Awards for ā€˜Woman in the Public Sectorā€™ and previously nominated as NSPCC Child Protection Trainer of the Year. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-update-for-dsls-level-3-certificate-2/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Certificate,Online,Training ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T103000 DTSTAMP:20251208T080456Z CREATED:20250716T151923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T080456Z UID:15823-1768555800-1768559400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Managing the Single Central Register (SCR) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45\nšŸŽ§ All who have responsibility and oversight responsibility of safer recruitment and regulatory compliance including safeguarding professionals and leaders\, trustees\, board members and governors\, bursars\, HR professionals\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nIs your Single Central Record (SCR) fully compliant? \nAll schools and colleges are required to maintain a SCR in accordance with statutory guidance and relevant legislation. However\, common issues such as inaccuracies and missing information continue to pose compliance risks\, often leading to poor inspection outcomes and negative safeguarding judgements. \nThis webinar is designed to support staff with operational or oversight responsibility for the SCR. It will provide practical advice and clarity on how to meet latest compliance requirements and maintain a robust and accurate record. \nTraining topics will include how long to retain relevant evidence\, procedures for maintenance and auditing\, and actions to take when a staff member or volunteer is found unsuitable. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain an understanding of key legislation and statutory guidance related to the SCR\nLearn how to develop a comprehensive checklist for compliance audits\nUnderstand best-practice procedures for maintaining and checking the SCR\nKnow what to review and record when a staff memberā€™s or volunteerā€™s suitability changes\n\nUnable to attend live? A post-webinar recording will be available. Email info@sacpa.org.uk to purchase. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-managing-the-single-central-register-scr-6/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="BSA":MAILTO:hello@bsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260119T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260107T140012Z CREATED:20251121T171309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T140012Z UID:16515-1768820400-1768824000@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Youth Voice in Child Safeguarding: From Tokenism to True Influence DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45 ā€“ Discounted rate for BSA members\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nHow do we genuinely embed childrenā€™s voices into safeguarding practice\, not as a compliance task\, but as a foundation for protection\, trust and safer cultures? \nJoin DSL Christine Kane and Digital Safeguarding Lead Amy Adderley in a practical webinar exploring how to centre youth voice safely\, ethically and meaningfully. They will share their amazing youth well-being ambassador programme that will unpack what children and young people are telling us\, how to create psychologically safe spaces for disclosure\, and how organisations can shift from tokenistic engagement to approaches that genuinely influence decisions\, policies and safeguarding culture. \nThis session is ideal for:\nSafeguarding leads\, DSLs/DDSLs\, education professionals\, youth workers\, social care staff\, charity/NGO leaders\, and anyone responsible for child protection. \nWhat youā€™ll learn: \n\nHow to create safe spaces for children to express concerns\nPractical ways to engage children and young people safely\nHow Heads of Schools can encourage authentic participation of children\nTools for embedding youth participation at organisational and frontline levels\nHow authentic youth voice strengthens safeguarding outcomes for individuals\, organisations and communities\n\nEmpower the young people you serve. Strengthen your safeguarding approach. Build safer cultures where children are heard\, believed and protected. \nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeakers: \nChristine Kane\, Deputy Head (Safeguarding)\, Marlborough College and Council Member\, The Football Association \nChristine serves as Senior Non-Executive Director at the Oxfordshire FA and sits on the boards of Nottingham Forest Community Trust and Everyoneā€™s Invited. Ā With previous roles at SSAFA\, the UK Ministry of Defence\, and Aston Villa Football Club. \n\nAmy Adderley\, Head of Digital Wellbeing\, Marlborough College \nAmy Adderley is Director of Digital Wellbeing\, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)\, and an Economics teacher at Marlborough College. She previously served as a Housemistress for five years and Assistant Housemistress for four years. Amy holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Child Protection Studies from the University of Birmingham\, with a particular interest in affluent neglect and is also a governor at a local primary school. Since joining Marlborough in 2015\, she has brought a wealth of experience from teaching in Cardiff\, Australia\, and Cornwall. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/youth-voice-in-child-safeguarding-from-tokenism-to-true-influence/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260123T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260123T103000 DTSTAMP:20251121T105754Z CREATED:20250619T204949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T105754Z UID:15735-1769160600-1769164200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Contextual approaches to vaping behaviour DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļøĀ Ā£90-180\, with additional tickets from Ā£45\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding practitioners\, pastoral support workers\, Safeguarding leads and deputies\, Preventative education workers\, Health education workers\, Youth workers\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nChildrenā€™s vaping behaviour is a key safeguarding and health concern which lends itself to contextual safeguarding as well as health education approaches.Ā  \nThis webinar explores how contextual safeguarding approaches may support work to reduce and avoid the harm caused to children in contexts where vaping is commonplace\, encouraged\, or promoted and culturally embedded.Ā  \nHow can contextual safeguarding approaches contribute to turning the tide of harm?Ā  \nTraining topics will include: \n\nVaping and harmĀ \nWhat we know about childrenā€™s vaping behaviourĀ \nContextual safeguarding approachesĀ \nThe contexts of childrenā€™s vaping behaviourĀ \nFinding a way forwardĀ \n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDeepen your understanding of vaping harms and harms specific to childrenā€™s vaping behaviourĀ \nRefresh understanding of contextual safeguarding approaches and how such approaches can support health education programmesĀ \nSupport application of contextual safeguarding approaches to the challenge of harmful vaping behaviour in childrenĀ \n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nDave Parvin \nA former Drug Squad Officer- Dave has seen the damage and destruction first hand that Ā ā€˜drugsā€™ can bring to those who choose to have a life that involves the use of these substances and as such is passionate about raising the awareness of the ā€˜potential risks and dangersā€™ associated with this life style. Since leaving the police Dave over the last 17 years has delivered hundreds of Drug Awareness Sessions to Schools and Colleges all over the country engaging with all parties (Students/Staff and Parental Sessions) to ensure his key message about raising the awareness of the real risks and dangers associated with many substances young people in particular are likely to come into contact with. He does not preach and delivers his presentations in a ā€˜non judgemental mannerā€™ in his own ā€˜unique styleā€™\, ensuring that his audiences engage with him from the very minute he starts to speak. He also has strong links with NAMSS (National Association for Managers of Student Services)\, the BSA (Boarding School Association) and Hieda (Health in Education) delivering bespoke Drug Awareness Training events for their staff (including work overseas with international schools). \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-hieda-contextual-approaches-to-vaping-behaviour/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T143000 DTSTAMP:20260121T125628Z CREATED:20250717T130541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T125628Z UID:15826-1769430600-1769437800@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:SACPA/BSA ā€“ Working with Affluent Families: when neglect becomes a concern DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£135-270\nšŸŽ§ Trustees\, Governors\, and Leaders with oversight of safeguarding. Colleagues in education\, social care\, youth services\, early help\, charity and third sector organisations with an interest and responsibility for safeguarding.\nšŸ“ Online \nCourse outline: \nThe phrase ā€˜affluent neglectā€™ presents something of a perceived oxymoron. If there is affluence\, how can there also be neglect? \nSadly\, affluent neglect is a real issue and concern\, and can be particularly challenging to identify and manage where signs and indicators may look different to those in under-resourced families. \nThe power relations between safeguarding practitioners and parents can provide an additional layer of complexity where there is resistance to intervention and support\, and the signs of neglect can often be emotional/mental rather than physical. \nThis interactive seminar that also involves delegates in group work and reflective practice draws on messages from research and practical application to explore affluent neglect and working with affluent parents. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat is affluent neglect?\nIdentification and support\nUnderstanding and working with the power relations between safeguarding practitioner and affluent parents/carers\nCase study example for group-work and reflective practice.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop an increased understanding of what affluent neglect is\, and how to spot it\nConsider strategies to provide support\nUnpick the power relations between safeguarding practitioner and affluent parents that potentially impact safeguarding effective safeguarding practice\nReview the practical application of identification\, and implementation of strategies for managing affluent neglect through case study review.\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeakers: \n\nTom Hadcroft\, Deputy School Director\, Aiglon College \nTom Hadcroft is currently serving as a Deputy School Director at Aiglon College in Switzerland (since April 2025). His primary focus in this role is on boarding\, wellbeing and safeguarding. \nPrior to this appointment\, he was the Headmaster of Berkhamsted Boys School in the UK\, and before that\, the Senior Deputy Head at DLD College London\, focusing on pastoral and boarding issues. Hadcroftā€™s expertise extends to being an International School Accreditor for CIS and a course tutor for the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association. He is also a Mental Health First Aid Youth instructor and holds an MEd in Educational Leadership. \n\nAlice Vicary-Stott\, Director of Safeguarding\, DSL\, Senior Mental Health Lead\, Eton College \nAlice leads all safeguarding and child protection matters at the school\, working closely with three Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads including the Deputy Head (Pastoral)\, the Deputy Head (Boarding)\, and the Safeguarding Co-ordinator\, Alice also manages the schoolā€™s mental health provision.Ā  Alice holds a degree in Social Work and has extensive experience within Childrenā€™s Social Care. Before joining Eton\, she served as the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) for Kingston\, Richmond\, Windsor and Maidenhead\, where she oversaw child protection services and collaborated with schools\, police\, health\, and other partner agencies. She also chaired the National LADO Network\, promoting best practice in safeguarding nationwide. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-working-with-affluent-families-when-neglect-becomes-a-concern-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="BSA":MAILTO:hello@bsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T153000 DTSTAMP:20260108T131744Z CREATED:20250716T134658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T131744Z UID:15819-1769682600-1769700600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safer Recruitment Consortium Accredited Certificate DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Ā£235-Ā£470\nšŸŽ§ HR professionals\, HR managers\, line managers\, Senior leaders\, governors and trustees\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis accredited training course is the widely accepted UK standard for safer recruitment recognised by the government. In line with statutory guidance\, every recruitment panel involved in appointing individuals to work with children must include at least one member who has completed appropriate safer recruitment training. \nDelivered by an approved Safer Recruitment Consortium trainer\, this course reflects current legislation and best practice\, drawing on updates to the national Guidance for Safer Working Practice to address evolving expectations around professional conduct. \nDeveloped for the education sector by the Safer Recruitment Consortium\, the programme has been expanded to cover all settings involving working with children. \nTraining topics will include: \n\n\nSafer recruitment and the wider context of safeguarding\nPrevalence of abuse and profile of abusers\nHow abusers operate within organisations\nFeatures of a safer recruitment process\nPlanning a safer recruitment process\nMaking the right decisions: interview and selection\nSetting acceptable standards of behaviour\nMaintaining an ongoing culture of vigilance.\n\nLearning outcomes: \nCPD/Certification: All participants will receive an accredited SRC course completion certificate alongside participant guidance handbooks. \n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nSteve Hall\, Chair of the National LADO Network \nSteve brings over 40 years of experience as a qualified social worker and Service Manager in Social Care for various Local Authorities with a background of Front door services\, assessment\, Child Protection\, care experienced children\, Children with Disabilities\, and Quality Assurance. \nHe is an experienced LADO and is the elected Chair of the National LADO Network. Steve is an experienced trainer\, providing tailored safeguarding training to a variety of settings. He also provides consultancy\, including investigations\, safeguarding audits\, for a wide range of sectors\, including the police\, Faith\, Sports\, Fostering\, Education\, Early Years and Youth Services. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/bsa-sacpa-safer-recruitment-consortium-accredited-certificate/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Online ORGANIZER;CN="BSA":MAILTO:hello@bsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T113000 DTSTAMP:20260109T172945Z CREATED:20250717T143116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172945Z UID:15829-1769765400-1769772600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding considerations for short term placements and summer schools DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135-Ā£270\nšŸŽ§ DSL\, DDSL\, Senior leaders\, pastoral support\, behaviour leads\, early help workers\, support workers\, family workers\, safeguarding leads\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar is specifically designed for staff working in summer schools with international students. It will provide essential knowledge and practical tools to help you create a safe\, inclusive\, and supportive environment for all learners. \nSafeguarding must be a top priority\, and every member of staff involved in summer school provision should understand not only the practical steps involved\, but also how to adopt a child-centred approach. This session will explore the core principles of safeguarding within the context of short-term programmes and highlight the unique needs of international students\, such as language\, cultural adjustment\, and emotional wellbeing. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nUnderstanding your safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care\nImplementing policies\, procedures\, and a robust safeguarding framework\nAddressing the specific needs of international students: cultural differences\, homesickness\, and communication barriers\nRecognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a solid understanding of safeguarding principles in the context of summer schools\nStrengthen your ability to support international students with sensitivity and cultural awareness\nGain confidence in identifying and responding to safeguarding issues\nEnsure compliance with UK safeguarding legislation and best practice.\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Groupā€™s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting. \n\nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-baisis-safeguarding-considerations-for-summer-schools/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T150000 DTSTAMP:20260205T160559Z CREATED:20251212T122132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T160559Z UID:16564-1770645600-1770649200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding in Boarding Schools DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90 (discounted rates for BSA members)\nšŸŽ§ Heads\, Designated Safeguarding Leads\, Houseparents\, Boarding Managers\, Pastoral and Residential Staff\, Governors and all professionals working within boarding provision.\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nBoarding schools create rich\, diverse\, and life-shaping experiences for children and young people. However\, they also present a unique safeguarding challenge. \nThis focused 1-hour webinar is designed to equip boarding staff\, DSLs and leaders with the knowledge\, skills and confidence to keep boarders safe within a 24-hour residential environment. \nWhat This Webinar Covers \n\nUnique safeguarding risks in boarding environments\nVulnerability factors for domestic and international boarders\nPeer-on-peer abuse\, online harms and night-time supervision\nManaging disclosures\, low-level concerns & staff boundaries\nEmbedding a strong safeguarding culture in residential life\nLeadership and governance responsibilities\n\nKey Takeaways \n\nUnderstand the distinctive safeguarding pressures in boarding settings\nStrengthen supervision\, culture and boundaries in residential life\nImprove student trust\, reporting and participation\nRespond confidently to concerns and disclosures\nEnhance leadership oversight and evidence for inspection\n\nWhy Attend? \nThis session provides practical tools\, real examples\, and sector-specific insights to help you create safer\, more nurturing boarding communities and built on strong relationships\, visibility\, and proactive safeguarding practice. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: Dale Wilkins FTIOB\, Executive Director\, BSA Group Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and the DfE\, while also overseeing the Groupā€™s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, he is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Dale previously spent 31 years as a boarding practitioner\, including roles as Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. Beyond education\, he trains for the Methodist Church\, is a charity trustee\, chairs a performing arts organisation\, and volunteers widely. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-in-boarding-schools/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T153000 DTSTAMP:20250716T133212Z CREATED:20250207T134312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T133212Z UID:15358-1770717600-1770737400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:SACPA Advanced Certificate in Child Safeguarding Practice: option 2 DESCRIPTION:We offer a self-funding route for all courses.Ā  We can arrange payment plans for manageable monthly amounts to make training accessible and affordable.Ā  To find out more\, please e-mail Liz McDonald atĀ liz.mcdonald@bsagroup.org.uk \n\nTheĀ SACPA Advanced Certificate in Child Safeguarding PracticeĀ is a certificate programme for safeguarding managers and leads\, heads of safeguarding\, safeguarding hub managers and co-ordinators.Ā  It has been developed to support safeguarding colleagues from a diversity of sectors to supplement and extend designated safeguarding lead training.Ā  This programme may also support the safeguarding practice of behaviour leads\, SENCOā€™s\, pastoral support leaders and Designated Teachers for Looked After Children. \nKey areas of contemporary safeguarding practice are explored in depth with particular attention to their application to leadership and management of safeguarding\, interface with governors\, trustees and board members responsible for oversight and scrutiny and the multi-agency safeguarding system beyond. \nSACPAĀ  Certificate in Child Safeguarding Practice ā€“Ā Option 2 \n\nStudy Day 1 : February 10th\, 2026\nStudy Day 2 : March 18th\, 2026\nStudy Day 3 : May 12th\, 2026\nStudy Day 4 : June 22th\, 2026\n\n\nAll Study Days will be held online via Zoom. \nTimings: 10:00-15:30 GMT/BST \nCourse Outline for Option 2 \n\nSexual Violence\nSafer Organisations\nMental Health\nDigital Safeguarding\n\nTO BEGINĀ OPTION 2Ā IN FEBRUARY CLICK HERE \nThe aims of the SACPA Advanced Certificate course are to: \n\nProvide development for safeguarding leads to explore beyond Designated Safeguarding Lead Training\nFocus on specific contemporary safeguarding subjects and developments\nSupport management and leadership of safeguarding\, bridging the gap between operational delivery\, the provision of management information to support strategic planning\, oversight and working in partnership with trustees and governance bodies and local safeguarding partners\nIncrease confidence and competence through opportunities to study and develop expertise in specific areas of professional interest\nEnhance a professional career path in safeguarding and to provide SACPA recognition of your achievement and successful completion of the course\nTo contribute to improved practice and raising standards within the safeguarding setting\nFoster reflection and critical evaluation of safeguarding practice and professional issues\, and to provide opportunities to share experience and good practice with colleagues.\n\nHow is the course organised? \nThe course is organised around a combination of fourĀ intensive on-line study days which contain a variety of teaching methods and opportunities to learn in diļ¬€erent ways\, which includeĀ short lectures\, presentations and discussions led by students\, together with group problem solving exercises and case studies. \nGroup discussion is a particularly important aspect of this course\, enabling delegates to look at the theory in light of their own practical experience. Students will be encouraged to contribute ideas\, opinions and questions\, taking responsibility for their own learning\, whilst contributing to the learning of the group as a whole. \nThe course is run by senior members of the SACPA staff.Ā  Each delegate will have an experienced SACPA Tutor who attends the study days. \nCourse Assessment \nDelegates may choose assessment via portfolio or assignment. \nMaria Putz : Interim Head of Training (Sexual Violence and Safeguarding) \nMaria joined LimeCulture in January 2019 as one of the Training Managers. Maria has been involved in the development and delivery of Preventing Sexual Misconduct Education (PSME) and the Sexual Misconduct Liaison Officer (SMLO) Model helping schools and colleges to create a whole school approach in their prevention and response to sexual misconduct. Ā Maria has also presented nationally and internationally with a focus on healthy relationships and safeguarding in sport. Maria is committed to improving services for those affected by Sexual Violence through building knowledge\, confidence and skills in frontlineĀ workers. \nMost recently Maria has become the interim Head of Training leading in the development and delivery of training for LimeCulture in their Sexual Violence\, Safeguarding\, Education and University work. \nPrior to joining the LimeCulture Team she was a specialist-safeguarding nurse for the largest childrenā€™s hospital in the UK. She has also worked as an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) and a Crisis Worker at a Sexual Assault Referral Centre. \n\nKarl Hopwood : E-Safety Expert \nKarl Hopwood is an esafety expert. He is a member of UKCCIS (UK Council for Child Internet Safety) and sits on the advisory board for the new UK Safer Internet Centre. Karl has worked for a number of key players in the UK and abroad including CEOP (Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre)\, BECTA (British Educational and Communications Technology Agency)\, the European Commission and several Local Authorities within the UK. As an ex headteacher\, he continues to work closely with children\, young people\, parents and teachers to develop safer online behaviours and the promotion of digital literacy. Karl works closely with the Boarding Schoolsā€™ Association and supports many of their schools. He is also an in-house consultant for INSAFE which is the coordinating node of the EU safer internet programme. \n\nMarcus Erooga : Independent Safeguarding Consultant \nMarcus is an independent safeguarding and sexual abuse Consultant\, Researcher & Trainer. From 1999-2018 he was a Visiting Research Fellow at the University of Huddersfield Centre for Applied Childhood\, Youth and Family Studies. He spent the majority of his employed career in various positions at the NSPCC\, as a practitioner\, team manager and Assistant Director for service delivery as well as service and policy development roles relating to child sexual abuse and sexual offending. \nHe has authored or edited some 80 publications on child abuse and sex offender related issues. Most recently this work has focused on organisational safeguarding. In 2016 he co-authored a review of the literature on organisational risk & protective factors for the Australian Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse as well as being Expert Witness on grooming in a Royal Commission Case Study. He is an Expert Witness for the IICSA (the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse) Residential Schools inquiry. \nAs an independent consultant Marcus regularly trains and presents based on his research and undertakes safeguarding work including audits & reviews for a range of organisations. Marcus is a past Editor in Chief of the Journal of Sexual Aggression and a past Chair of NOTA (the National Organisation for the Treatment of Abuse) and is now a NOTA Fellow. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-advanced-certificate-in-child-safeguarding-practice-option-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Accredited Training,Online ORGANIZER;CN="BSA":MAILTO:hello@bsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260212T163000 DTSTAMP:20260212T121153Z CREATED:20251113T180854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T121153Z UID:15928-1770886800-1770913800@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Digital Safeguarding Conference DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£235 ā€“ discounted rate for additional members\nšŸŽ§ All those working with children\, young people or vulnerable individuals\, including DSLs\, DSOs and DDSLs\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nIn an age where digital technology is included in every part of life; from education and work to social life\,Ā the practice of safeguarding has fundamentally changed. Especially in the digital landscape.Ā Ā Protecting young people and vulnerable individuals today means engaging with complex online environments and emerging digital risks\, not just traditional face-to-face contexts.Ā Ā The Digital Safeguarding Conference is a practical\, forward-looking event for professionals dedicated to evolving safeguarding practice to keep pace with digital transformation.Ā Youā€™llĀ gain fresh insights from expert voices\, explore real-world challenges from AI to online harms\, and be equipped with strategies you can applyĀ immediatelyĀ in your organisation orĀ as a parent.Ā  \nBOOK NOW \n\nEVENT PROGRAMME\n09:00 ā€“Ā 09:05Ā Welcome from Director of SACPAĀ  \n\n09:05 ā€“Ā 09:15Ā Introduction to the Current and Emerging Risks \nIn theĀ age of hyperconnectivity\, safeguarding both children and adults can be a challenge. Our speaker willĀ set the scene for emerging issuesĀ internationally as well at the UK.Ā  \nSpeaker: BhartiĀ Patel\, HumanĀ RightsĀ Advocate and Former CEO ECPATĀ UKĀ  \n\n09:15 ā€“ 09:45 PolicyĀ intoĀ PracticeĀ  \nSpeakersĀ will focus onĀ developingĀ robustĀ digitalĀ safeguardingĀ policiesĀ andĀ embeddingĀ digitalĀ literacy andĀ resilience inĀ trainingĀ in schools.Ā They will sharĀ theirĀ experiencesĀ ofĀ someĀ practical templates for schools\, charities\, and local authorities.Ā  \nSpeakers: Hoong Kwan CEO\, SEQRD & Arabella Northey\, Head of Partnerships and Communications\, SEQRD \n\n09:45 ā€“ 10:00Ā BreakĀ  \n\n10:00 ā€“ 10:45 Understanding Digital Risk and Radicalisation \nOur expert speaker will highlight the pathways to radicalisationĀ including trauma\,Ā the intersection of gaming\, gender\, and online violence and challenging toxic narratives while promoting positive masculinity\, and finally early identification within schools and educational institutions.Ā Ā  \nSpeaker: Dr Juncal Fernandez Garayzabal \n\n10:45 ā€“ 11:00Ā BreakĀ  \n\n11:00 ā€“ 12:00 Practical Tools for Managing Digital RiskĀ  \nOur speakers explore theĀ important roleĀ of parentsĀ andĀ of setting healthy digital habits atĀ a young ageĀ that includes setting limits and boundaries\, while acknowledging the benefits of the virtual world virtual world provides fun\, creativeĀ learningĀ and a space for relaxation.Ā Ā  \n11:00 ā€“ 11:30Ā BalancingĀ Parenting and Childrenā€™s Leisure in Boarding in the age of Digital Connectivity \nThis session explores the importance ofĀ setting healthy digital habitsĀ atĀ a young ageĀ that includes setting limits and boundaries\,Ā whileĀ acknowledging the benefitsĀ of the virtual worldĀ virtual worldĀ provides fun\, creativeĀ learningĀ and a space forĀ relaxation.Ā Ā  \nSpeaker: Tom Hollyer\, Housemaster\, Uppingham School \n\n11:30Ā ā€“ 12:00 Digital ParentingĀ  \nSpeaker: Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov\, Founder\, Digital Parenting Coach.com \n\n12:00 ā€“ 13:00 Lunch\n \n\n13:00 ā€“ 14:00 Keynote:Ā The Future of Digital SafeguardingĀ  \nThis session will focus on emerging online harmsĀ especially related toĀ AI\,Ā deepfakes\,Ā and what isĀ new in Online Safety in 2026\, and what we should be planningĀ for.Ā Ā  \nSpeaker: Karl Hopwood\, Independent E-Safety Consultant and SACPA Chair \n\n14:00 ā€“ 14:15 BreakĀ  \n\n14:15 ā€“ 14:45 Digital Resilience at Highfield and Brookham \nOurĀ speaker will shareĀ theirĀ innovativeĀ initiativeĀ toĀ ensureĀ DigitalĀ SafeguardingĀ partnershipĀ whichĀ isĀ parentĀ ledĀ and alsoĀ working inĀ partnershipĀ with theĀ school.Ā Ā  \nSpeakers: Mikayla van den Berg\,Ā Director of Boarding and Designated Safeguarding Lead \n\n14:45 ā€“ 15:00 BreakĀ  \n\n15:00 ā€“ 15:45Ā Balancing Privacy and Safety in AI and Facial Recognition Software in Safeguarding\n \nThe speaker will inform us about Artificial Intelligence and facial recognition software\,Ā  helpingĀ usĀ strengthenĀ ourĀ understanding aroundĀ balancing Privacy and Safety\, particularly for schools\, charities and organisations that work with children.Ā  \nSpeaker: ProfessorĀ Ugail\, Bradford UniversityĀ Ā  \n\n15:45 ā€“ 16:00 BreakĀ  \n\n16:00 ā€“ 16:15 Safeguarding Neurodivergent Learners in a Digital World \nOur speaker will share findings from their qualitative research with children who are neurodivergent and young people with mental health challengesĀ  \nSpeaker: Paula Bradbury\, Trust & Safety Principal SME & Criminologist\, Resolver \n\n16:15 Conference close \n\nSpeakers: \nDr Juncal Fernandez-Garayzabal\, PhD \nJuncal is Development & Program Manager at the Counter Extremism Project and a fellow at the European Foundation for South Asian Studies. A linguist by training\, her PhD examined parallels between human trafficking and extremist recruitment. She has led nine international rehabilitation and reintegration projects for individuals involved in extremism\, engaging directly with offenders and at-risk individuals worldwide. With experience across Latin America\, Africa\, and global institutions including Georgetown University and UNICEF\, she combines research and field practice to advance prevention\, deradicalization\, and peacebuilding efforts. Her work is widely published and frequently presented at multilateral forums. \n\nTom Hollyer\, Housemaster\, Uppingham School\n \nTom Hollyer is an experienced Housemaster\, Geography teacher\, and senior pastoral leader with a strong track record across leading UK boarding schools. Currently Housemaster of Fircroft at Uppingham School\, he oversees the pastoral and academic welfare of 56 boys aged 13ā€“18 and contributes to whole-school wellbeing\, outreach\, and recruitment. A Fellow of both the Royal Geographical Society and the Institute of Boarding\, Tom is also a qualified mindfulness teacher and Youth Mental Health First Aider. His career spans roles at Caldicott and RGS High Wycombe\, where he led boarding teams\, strengthened safeguarding practice\, and shaped thriving pastoral cultures. \n\nKarl Hopwood\, Independent E-Safety Consultant and SACPA Chair \nKarl Hopwood is an independent online safety expert and member of the UK Council for Internet Safety (UKCIS)\, where he sits on several working groups. He serves on the advisory board of the UK Safer Internet Centre and the Roblox Trust and Safety board\, and has advised TikTok on harmful challenges. Karl works closely with Internet Matters\, Ofcom\, and schools across Europe to promote digital literacy and safer online behaviours. A former headteacher\, he has consulted for INSAFE for 19 years\, coordinating helplines and awareness centres. He currently chairs Childnet International and SACPA\, and previously chaired the Marie Collins Foundation. \nĀ  \n\nDr. Elizabeth Milovidov\, Founder\, Digital Parenting Coach.com \nDr. Elizabeth Milovidov is a lawyer\, law professor\, aĀ leading expert in child online protection and the founder ofĀ DigitalParentingCoach.com.Ā  She currentlyĀ serves asĀ the Global Head of Parental Advocacy at Roblox\, where she empowers families to navigate the digital world safely. \nShe is an Assistant Professor at the American Graduate School in Paris and holds trustee or advisory roles with the NSPCC\, Common Sense Media UK\, and the Childrenā€™s Media Foundation. Her expertise is frequently featured by France 24\, the BBC\, and the WSJ. Dr. Milovidov holds degrees from UCLA\, UC Davis\, and the European University. \n\nPaula Bradbury\, Trust & Safety Principal SME & Criminologist\, Resolver \nPaula Bradbury is a lecturer in Criminology and Policing Practice at the University of Middlesex.Ā  She is also the Senior Researcher at the Centre for Abuse & Trauma Studies engaging in multiple research projects and bid writing opportunities\, the results have led to several successful grants awarded. She is a doctoral researcher studying for a PhD in Criminology\, exploring the appropriateness of policy and policing practice in response to adolescents sharing nudes. \nĀ  \n\n \nProfessor Ugail\, Bradford University\n \nProfessor Hassan Ugail is Director of the Centre for Visual Computing and Intelligent Systems at the University of Bradford\, UK. He is a leading computer scientist specialising in visual computing and artificial intelligence. His research focuses on applying AI to real world challenges\, including digital health\, innovative engineering\, and sustainable societies. He is particularly known for work in human biometrics\, developing advanced AI methods for face recognition and analysis. This expertise contributed to identifying the Russian spies involved in the Salisbury Novichok poisoning case. In 2023\, he presented his work on AI driven face recognition at the 199th Royal Institution Christmas Lecture series. \nĀ  \n\nArabella Northey\, Head of Partnerships and Communications\, Seqrd Technology \nFollowing eighteen years of dedicated experience in education across diverse school environments\, Arabella has cultivated a deep understanding of pedagogy and the evolving landscape of learning and the digital world. She has taught in both the state and private school sector. As a co-founder of The Fulham Boys School\, she developed a curriculum to equip and challenge boys of all abilities and foster a love of learning. Having completed her NPQH\, she worked with schools and senior leaders to embed thinking skills\, metacognition and self-regulation strategies within their curriculum. \nHer role as Head of Partnerships and Communications at Seqrd Technology has enabled her to combine her expertise in metacognition\, technology and safeguarding. This position has given her the opportunity to help schools and parents support their pupils to thrive online and navigate digital spaces safely. \n\n \nBharti Patel\, Human Rights Advocate and Former CEO ECPAT UK \nBharti Patel is an accomplished international advocate for childrenā€™s rights and social justice\, with over 20 yearsā€™ experience influencing policy\, practice\, and public discourse to protect children and marginalised communities. Her work spans child protection\, digital safeguarding\, anti-trafficking\, labour rights\, and social and economic justice in the UK and India. \nBharti has held senior leadership roles at organisations including ECPAT UK\, SVARAJ India\, and the Low Pay Unit\, campaigning for every childā€™s right to be free from exploitation and abuseā€”online and offlineā€”as well as for access to food\, water\, livelihood security\, and decent work. She brings a deep understanding of how structural inequality\, poverty\, and policy failure intersect with digital environments\, heightening risks of child sexual exploitation and abuse. \nShe has a strong track record of influencing national and international law and policy\, grounded in evidence\, lived experience\, and frontline insight. Bharti served as an expert witness to the UK Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA)\, contributing to recommendations to strengthen safeguarding systems and prevent child sexual exploitation\, including transnational and technology-facilitated abuse. \nShe is a sought-after speaker\, media commentator\, and safeguarding trainer for frontline practitioners\, NGOs\, and policymakers\, with a focus on digital risks and systemic prevention. She is a Trustee of the Right to Education Initiative. She divides her time between the UK and India. \n\nHoong Kwan\, CEO and CCO\, SEQRD \nHoong Kwan\, CEO and co-founder of SEQRD\, whose interest in digital safeguarding was piqued as he watched his sons and their interaction with technology. Hoongā€™s approach to digital safeguarding is shaped by more than 25 yearsā€™ experience as a strategist in telecoms\, IT and cybersecurity. He has led the company from concept to commercialisation as they launched their platform\, SchoolsMobile. In just 3 years from concept\, SchoolsMobile now protects thousands of children across schools in the UK. \nĀ  \n\nMikayla van den Berg\,Ā Director of Boarding and Designated Safeguarding Lead \nMikayla van den Berg is an experienced educational leader and Designated Safeguarding Lead with over 13 yearsā€™ experience across UK and international schools. She is a member of the Senior Management Team at Highfield and Brookham School\, with responsibility for whole-school safeguarding and boarding. Mikayla is a SACPA Safeguarding Awards 2025 finalist for Innovation\, recognised for developing a research-informed digital safeguarding programme rooted in education\, parental confidence\, and pupil voice. Her work focuses on online harms\, contextual safeguarding\, staff training\, and building effective partnerships between schools and families to support childrenā€™s wellbeing in an increasingly complex digital landscape. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/digital-safeguarding-conference-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Conference,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260213T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260213T110000 DTSTAMP:20260211T080553Z CREATED:20250626T155945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T080553Z UID:15509-1770976800-1770980400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safer organisations: Peer supervision - How might it work? DESCRIPTION:Exploring cross-cultural approaches to reflective practice and professional growth \nšŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis session led by Tanya Sharpe from Creative Counsellors offers a rich exploration of peer supervision. Creative Counsellors have 20\,000 members around the world. She will touch on why supervsion is an essential and sometimes overlooked element in organisations.Ā  Supervision offers the opportunity to have a fresh perspective\, which can not only identify risks that may have been overlooked but also provide the psychological scaffolding and support that staff need when working in settings can be challenging. \nParticipants will gain practical insights into how collective reflection can strengthen wellbeing\, ethics\, and accountability across professional settings. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain fresh innovative supervision practices\nEnhance cultural understanding and reflective capacity when supporting diverse teams and communities\nTake away new tools and approaches to apply immediately within their own organisational or peer supervision settings\nJoin a global dialogue about how supervision can promote wellbeing\, ethics\, and cultural humility in practice.\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeakers: \nTanja Sharpe\, Creative CounsellorsĀ  \nTanja SharpeĀ is a UK-based psychotherapist\, clinical supervisor\, and founder of the Creative Counsellors Community CIC. She is passionate about supporting those who support others and specialises in helping professionals work creatively\, ethically\, and safely. With extensive experience in trauma-informed practice\, Tanja works as both a therapist\, coach and supervisor\, offering reflective spaces that nurture professional confidence andĀ inspire insight. She is neurodivergent\, author ofĀ the ā€œCreative Counsellingā€ series as well as the ā€œTherapeutic Doodlingā€ series for young people. Through her supervision\, training\, and writing\, Tanja advocates for meaningful\, restorative supervision models that protect wellbeing and enhance practice ā€“ particularly within schools\, where emotional labour is high and reflective support is essential. Her work encourages organisations to move beyond compliance-led supervision toward creative\, connected\, and psychologically safe reflective cultures. www.creativecounsellors.org / www.tanjasharpe.com URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/peer-supervision-trusted-models-and-best-practice-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T163000 DTSTAMP:20260205T160727Z CREATED:20250723T145412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T160727Z UID:15860-1771925400-1771950600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding update for educational guardians (level 3 certificate) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£235\nšŸŽ§ Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSLs\, DDSLs\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \n\n\nThis one-day training course is tailored for Educational Guardians fulfilling the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)\, but is also highly relevant for others responsible for safeguarding within their organisation. The programme is designed to build the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence required to meet safeguarding responsibilities with integrity and in line with statutory expectations. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe role of the Educational Guardian and DSL in safeguarding\nLegislative and statutory frameworks\nThresholds for child protection and key categories of abuse\nContemporary safeguarding concerns\nSafeguarding files and accurate record-keeping\nLearning from Serious Case Reviews\nParticipating in statutory and early help meetings\nProfessional conduct\, Position of Trust\, managing allegations and low-level concerns\nEscalation procedures and whistleblowing.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand legal and regulatory safeguarding requirements and partners\nUnderstand current safeguarding risks and issues\nBe able to respond appropriately to concerns\, including navigating referral pathways and working with external agencies\nUnderstand and apply thresholds for child protection and early help.\n\n\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \n \nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA in 2017 to lead safeguarding\, inspection\, and compliance across the UK\, building on his experience as a course tutor since 1998. He works closely with ISI\, Ofsted\, and DfE\, and oversees the Groupā€™s work in Scotland and Wales. A trainer and consultant for BSA and SACPA\, Dale is Vice Chair of SAFCAB. Previously\, he was a boarding practitioner for 31 years\, including Housemaster and Deputy Head at Old Swinford Hospital. He also trains for the Methodist Church\, is a trustee of the National Youth String Orchestra\, chairs a performing arts charity\, and volunteers in sport and Scouting. \n\nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-update-for-educational-guardians-level-3-certificate/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Certificate,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T101500 DTSTAMP:20260222T165833Z CREATED:20250723T151040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T165833Z UID:15863-1772183700-1772187300@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding Practice Forum - Supervision as a Safeguarding Safeguard: From Compliance to Culture DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø FOC for SACPA Members\, Non-Members Ā£20\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding Leads\, DSLs / DDSLs\, Social Work Managers\, Charity and Faith Sector Leaders\, Education and Residential Settings and Trustees and Governors\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Join live \n\nCourse outline: \n\nThe SACPA Safeguarding Practice Forums are free networking sessions available exclusively to SACPA members. Aligned with SACPAā€™s mission to support safeguarding professionals\, these monthly forums create a dedicated space for sharing knowledge\, insights\, and mutual encouragement. \nEach session brings together safeguarding leads\, practitioners\, senior leaders\, trustees\, and governors to engage in meaningful discussion around a focused safeguarding theme. These virtual gatherings offer a valuable opportunity to stay connected\, informed\, and inspired within a supportive professional community. \nParticipation is open to SACPA members who have registered and received confirmation through our online booking system.Ā If you are not already a SACPA member and want to benefit from networking with other safeguarding leads\, did you know that professional membership pays for itself in as little as two out of the ten scheduled safeguarding practice forum sessions per year?Ā You may want to browse ourĀ membership page.Ā Ā  \nWhy Supervision Matters in Safeguarding. \nEffective safeguarding does not happen through policy alone\, it happens through reflective\, accountable and emotionally intelligent supervision. This practice forum explores supervision as a protective mechanism in its own right\, strengthening decision-making\, professional curiosity\, safer culture and organisational resilience. \nThe findings of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) emphasised that safeguarding failures were rarely due to policy gaps alone but were rooted in weak organisational culture and insufficient leadership oversight\, highlighting that effective\, reflective supervision is a critical leadership mechanism to ensure accountability\, professional challenge and a culture where safeguarding concerns are surfaced rather than silenced. \nAims of the forum \n\nTo explore supervision as a core safeguarding control\, not an administrative task\nTo examine how poor or absent supervision contributes to safeguarding failures\nTo strengthen understanding of reflective\, restorative and accountable supervision models\nTo connect supervision to safer organisational culture\n\nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nArticulate why supervision is central to safeguarding effectiveness\nIdentify red flags in supervisory systems\nApply reflective questioning to complex safeguarding cases\nUnderstand how supervision mitigates risk\, drift and professional isolation\n\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: \nBethany Newman\, Founder\, Safeguarding Supervision \nBethany Newman is an experienced safeguarding professional and Founder of Safeguarding Supervision. An NSPCC Qualified Supervisor\, she combines academic excellence with extensive frontline experience. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Bristol\, a PGCE from Cambridge University\, and a Masters in Education\, with research focusing on physical restraint and affluent neglect. Bethany is also a certified Senior Mental Health Lead. A former Deputy Head and Designated Safeguarding Lead\, she delivers trauma-informed training that supports safeguarding professionals to lead with clarity and compassion. \n\nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-practice-forum/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Forum,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260302T153000 DTSTAMP:20260223T161754Z CREATED:20250723T112202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T161754Z UID:15847-1772447400-1772465400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Harmful behaviour risk assessments DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, senior leaders\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nRisk assessment is no longer limited to trips and events ā€“ settings are now expected to take a proactive\, risk-based approach in many other areas. \nThis seminar explores how to assess and respond to harmful behaviours ā€“ both at an individual and whole-setting level. Using current guidance\, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Ofstedā€™s review of sexual abuse in schools\, weā€™ll examine best practices in identifying risks\, planning interventions\, and creating safer environments. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nIdentifying harmful behaviours\, including harmful sexual behaviour\nUnderstanding diversity\, vulnerability\, and disproportionality\nEffective assessment\, safety planning\, and intervention strategies\nWhole-setting risk assessments and risk mitigation.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise and respond to harmful behaviours using current evidence and guidance\nConduct proportionate risk assessments for individuals and settings\nUnderstand why some children are more vulnerable to harm or harmful behaviour\nApply practical strategies to reduce risk and strengthen safeguarding culture.\n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  \n\nSpeakers: \nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \n\nDavid Walker FTIOB\, Executive Director\, Boarding and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid Walker has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding education\, having worked in a variety of schools across the UK and Africa. His career includes leadership roles in both senior and prep school settings\, complemented by service as a prep school governor and trustee of a multi-academy trust. Before joining the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-educational independent school in the South-East\, where he oversaw student welfare and pastoral care. His extensive background in safeguarding\, boarding leadership\, and governance gives him a broad perspective on the sector\, enabling him to support schools in delivering outstanding pastoral provision. \nĀ  URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-bsa-harmful-behaviour-risk-assessments-4/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="BSA":MAILTO:hello@bsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260309T150825Z CREATED:20250731T142555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T150825Z UID:15937-1773136800-1773140400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding Children with additional needs: the legalities of reasonable adjustment DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Suitable for safeguarding\, behaviour\, pastoral support and SEND professionals\, leaders\, trustees\, governors and board members with oversight of safeguarding\, SEND and inclusion.\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nDoes your organisation understand the legalities of making reasonable adjustment when safeguarding children and young people? \nThe emphasis on the need for awareness of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in safeguarding guidance continues to grow. It is critical to avoid unlawful discrimination and to discharge the duty to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 as well as understand evolving Government guidance on best practice in supporting children with SEND.\nThis webinar highlights the legal landscape relating to disability discrimination and in particular your duty to make reasonable adjustments in safeguarding. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nReview key equality legislation and safeguarding guidance\nWhat is disability?\nCase study application of adjustments in safeguarding: are they reasonable?\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nIncrease knowledge and awareness of key equality duties in safeguarding\nReview key legislation and guidance for SEND\nConsider the application of `reasonable adjustmentā€™ decisions using case study scenarios and what it means for their practice and decision-making.\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nThis programme is also available face-to-face or online with tailoring specific to your organisational context on a consultancy basis for large staff groups.Ā  \nFor more information or to enquire about SACPA consultancy including face-to-face tailored training packages\, review\, audit\, health check projects contact info@sacpa.org.uk to request a short scoping meeting about your needs.Ā  \n\nSpeakers: \nLily Bohling\, Solicitor\, Moore Barlow \nLily is a Solicitor in Moore Barlowā€™s Schools team\, specialising in employment and education law. \nLilyĀ advisesĀ on a range of education law aspects\, as well as both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.Ā  In particular\, Lily has recently advised schoolsĀ on grievance and disciplinary processes\, dismissal strategy\, safeguarding matters\, employment contracts and subject access requests. \nOutside of work\, she is the Secretary of her local Junior Lawyers Division and a member of the Association of Women Solicitors. \nIn her free time\, she enjoys exploring new places\, keeping fit and singing. \n\nCerys Cousins\, Moore Barlow \nI advise independent schools and charities on a wide range of employment and education law matters. I am working towards specialising in matters including reputation management\, pastoral and safeguarding issues\, SEND\, exclusions\, parent and pupil complaints\, data protection\, parent contracts\, admissions and staff matters. With two yearsā€™ experience working in this sector\, I provide practical\, timely and sensitive support to schools on both dayā€‘toā€‘day and strategic challenges\, helping them navigate complex issues with confidence. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-children-with-additional-needs-the-legalities-of-reasonable-adjustment-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260226T102723Z CREATED:20250731T152227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T102723Z UID:15947-1774348200-1774355400@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Sextortion: lessons from the casefiles DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding practitioners and leaders who may work or be working with children\, their families and other professionals where children are subject to financially motivated extortion and technology assisted child sexual abuse\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nUnderstanding and Responding to Sextortion: Safeguarding Practice in Focus \nRecent reports from the National Crime Agency (NCA) and CEOP highlight a significant rise in cases of sextortionā€”where children and young people are coerced into meeting financial demands under threats to release nudes or semi-nudes. This form of blackmail\, often digitally facilitated\, presents complex safeguarding challenges requiring informed\, sensitive\, and coordinated responses. \nThis interactive seminar brings together safeguarding practitioners for a collaborative exploration of sextortion and its impact on children. Led by a specialist in technology-assisted child sexual abuse\, the session provides expert insight\, encourages professional reflection\, and equips participants with tools to identify\, respond to\, and prevent this growing form of harm. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nDefining financially motivated sexual extortion (sextortion) and using the Sharing Nudes and Semi-Nudes guidance effectively\nUnderstanding the voice and lived experience of children affected by sextortion\nExamining the role of internal systems and multi-agency safeguarding in either supporting or re-traumatising victims\nIdentifying key implications for safeguarding practice and preventative education\n\nLearning outcomes: \nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop a clear understanding of financially motivated sexual extortion and its impact on young people\nApply the latest Nudes and Semi-Nudes guidance to inform safeguarding responses\nReflect on the lived experiences of affected children\, including the risks of victim-blaming and re-traumatisation\nEngage in reflective discussion\, share experiences\, and explore practical responses to complex safeguarding dilemmas\nInform and shape future policy and practice in their setting to better identify\, respond to\, and prevent sextortion\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sextortion-lessons-from-the-casefiles-4/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T113000 DTSTAMP:20260313T083913Z CREATED:20250731T153554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T083913Z UID:15953-1774431000-1774438200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Radicalisation and early identification DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø Now from Ā£105\, reduced from Ā£135\nšŸŽ§ Children and adult safeguarding practitioners and leads in all organisations and sectors\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Join live \n\nCourse outline: \nThis webinar explores early identification of radicalisation risk\, with a focus on developmental vulnerability\, safeguarding practice\, and contextual factors that increase susceptibility. The session moves beyond process-driven responses to examine the underlying drivers that may place children and adults at greater risk of harm. \nParticipants will explore how age\, developmental stage\, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)\, trauma\, identity formation\, online influence\, misogyny\, and other forms of extremism can create pathways into radicalisation. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nWhat radicalisation is and how it develops over time\nWhy children and adolescents are particularly vulnerable\nThe impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)\, trauma and attachment disruption\nMisogyny\, online subcultures\, incel ideology\, and gender-based radicalisation\nRecognising early behavioural\, relational and psychological indicators\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nDevelop a clearer understanding of how age and developmental stage influence vulnerability to radicalisation\nRecognise the impact of trauma\, ACEs and identity-based harms in increasing susceptibility\nIdentify early warning signs across different forms of extremism\, including misogyny\nStrengthen confidence in responding to disclosures sensitively and appropriately\nUnderstand how to raise safeguarding concerns proportionately within your organisation\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nDr Juncal Fernandez-Garayzabal\, PhD \nJuncal is Development & Program Manager at the Counter Extremism Project and a fellow at the European Foundation for South Asian Studies. A linguist by training\, her PhD examined parallels between human trafficking and extremist recruitment. She has led nine international rehabilitation and reintegration projects for individuals involved in extremism\, engaging directly with offenders and at-risk individuals worldwide. With experience across Latin America\, Africa\, and global institutions including Georgetown University and UNICEF\, she combines research and field practice to advance prevention\, deradicalization\, and peacebuilding efforts. Her work is widely published and frequently presented at multilateral forums. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/radicalisation-and-early-identification-5/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T163000 DTSTAMP:20260319T144828Z CREATED:20250805T112600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T144828Z UID:15955-1774517400-1774542600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding update for DSLs (level 3 certificate) DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£235\nšŸŽ§ Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSLā€™s\, DDSLs\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nDesignated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) in schools must complete regular refresher training to maintain the knowledge and skills needed to fulfil their responsibilities effectively. \nThis one-day SACPA Certificate Programme meets the learning outcomes set out in Annex C of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). While rooted in statutory guidance for education professionals in England\, the programme also draws on examples from international\, third-sector\, and independent settingsā€”making it relevant for a wide range of safeguarding practitioners. \nCombining expert-led instruction\, practical case studies\, and peer discussion\, the course also includes a dedicated focus on self-care in safeguarding roles. \nTraining topics will include: \n\n\nThe core responsibilities of the DSL\n\n\nLegal and regulatory frameworks across the UK and Charity Commission expectations\n\n\nBuilding a culture of listening to children\n\n\nĀ The importance of effective information sharing\n\n\nĀ Recognising trauma and supporting vulnerable groups\n\n\nĀ Key safeguarding indicators and emerging concerns (e.g.\, online safety\, peer-on-peer harm\, exploitation)\n\n\nMulti-agency collaboration and referral processes.\n\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the DSLā€™s role in working with childrenā€™s social care and promoting child welfare\nPromote a culture where childrenā€™s voices are heard and their views inform safeguarding practice\nRecognise the long-term effects of trauma and adversity on behaviour and learning\nBe alert to the specific needs of vulnerable children\, including those with SEND\, health needs\, or caring responsibilities\nConfidently address online safety risks\, particularly for children with SEND\nSupport colleagues in meeting Prevent Duty requirements\nNavigate early help pathways\, statutory thresholds\, and referral protocols\nContribute effectively to child protection conferences and multi-agency meetings\nApply best practice in internal and external information sharing.\n\nExperienced safeguarding leads and those interested in refreshing their DSL training with a programme at advanced level\, or those new to role wishing to reflect on values and key dilemmas may consider a two-day Sacpa certificate Designated Safeguarding Lead Advanced Certificate (DSL) (level 3 ā€“ 2 days) \nA similar SACPA one day DSL programme is also available on a consultancy basis where organisations have several colleagues in\, or aspiring to be in\, safeguarding leadership roles. Some tailoring of programme materials for specific organisational contexts is part of a consultancy package. \nFor more information or to enquire about SACPA consultancy including face-to-face tailored training packages\, review\, audit\, health check projects contact info@sacpa.org.uk to request a short scoping meeting about your needs. \nBOOK NOW \n\nDelivered by: Anne Marie Christian \n \nAnne Marie is an International Safeguarding Consultant\, Trainer\, Author\, and Speaker with over 30 yearsā€™ experience as a qualified social worker. Since 1996\, she has worked across local authorities in frontline services\, management\, and as a Safeguarding Advisor\, LADO\, and Designated Safeguarding Lead Trainer. Ann Marie became an independent consultant in 2010\, providing safeguarding advice\, training\, and consultancy services to schools\, charities\, local authorities\, and global organisations\, including the NSPCC\, COIS\, BSME\, ISI Consultancy\, BSA\, IAPS\, the Premier League\, and many more. She regularly writes for Head Teachers Update\, SEN Magazine\, and Nursery World\, and develops safeguarding courses for Optimus\, The Key for Leaders and Educare. Ann Marie has delivered keynotes and workshops internationally in regions such as the UK\, Dubai\, Singapore\, Texas\, Monaco\, Jamaica and more. Recognised for her impact\, she was Highly Commended at the 2019 WinTrade Awards for ā€˜Woman in the Public Sectorā€™ and previously nominated as NSPCC Child Protection Trainer of the Year. \n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-update-for-dsls-level-3-certificate-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar,Training ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T100000 DTSTAMP:20260302T103947Z CREATED:20260302T103947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T103947Z UID:16982-1774602000-1774605600@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Does Overbooking and Overscheduling of Children Amount to Neglect? DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads and DSLs\, school leaders and pastoral teams\, social workers and child protection professionals\, educational psychologists and clinicians\, policy makers and researchers\, parents interested in understanding the wellbeing implications of overscheduling.\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nExploring ā€œAffluent Neglectā€\, Shadow Education and the Hidden Risks to Child Wellbeing \nIn an increasingly competitive global landscape\, parents are investing more time\, money and energy into securing their childrenā€™s futures. Shadow education\, including private tutoring and intensive extracurricular enrichment programmes are now growing rapidly worldwide. For many families\, these interventions are viewed as essential stepping stones toward admission to elite universities and access to global career opportunities. \nBut at what point does opportunity become overload? \nThis thought-provoking webinar explores whether chronic overbooking and overscheduling of children may cross a safeguarding threshold\, and whether\, in some cases\, it could amount to a form of neglect. \nKey Themes \n\nThe Rise of Shadow Education and Competitive Parenting\nAffluent Neglect: A Hidden Safeguarding Issue\nOverscheduling\, Anxiety and Burnout\nThe balance between structured and unstructured time\n\nWe will explore: \n\nThe psychological and physiological impacts of chronic busyness\nLinks between overscheduling and anxiety disorders\nThe safeguarding implications of exhaustion and emotional overload\n\nSo where is the healthy balance? And who decides? \nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will: \n\nAt what point does high expectation become harmful pressure?\nHow should schools\, safeguarding leads\, clinicians and policy makers respond when harm occurs in affluent\, high-performing contexts?\nIs this a parenting choice or a child protection issue?\n\nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeaker: Dr Patrick Alexander \nDr Patrick Alexander is Professor of Education and Anthropology at Oxford Brookes University\, where he is Research Lead for Education and Chair of the Children and Young People Research Network. Patrick has over twenty years of experience conducting in-depth research in schools across the world\, with a focus on understanding how children and young people are socialised into particular ways of being through the experienceĀ of schools. An important part of this work is his research into young peopleā€™s experiences of time-use and how their activities both in school and outside of school link to particular imaginings of what the future will look like. Patrickā€™s latest book\, Schoolā€™s Out Forever: Provocations for the Futures of Education\, will be published by Bloomsbury in 2026. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/does-overbooking-and-overscheduling-of-children-amount-to-neglect/ LOCATION:Virtual ā€“ Zoom\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260401T110000 DTSTAMP:20260324T123849Z CREATED:20250806T104429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T123849Z UID:15974-1775037600-1775041200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Gaming and Exposure to Radicalisation and Grooming DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£90\nšŸŽ§ This webinar is for children and adult safeguarding practitioners and leads in all organisations and sectors.\nšŸ“ Online\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nCourse outline: \nThis webinar builds on existing Prevent training\, offering a deeper exploration of how individuals and groups groom and influence others. It examines both direct methods and the use of misinformation across a range of online platforms. \nParticipants will gain up-to-date insights into the tactics used to target and draw vulnerable individuals into harmful networks\, while also considering effective safeguarding responses to prevent\, deter\, and support those affected. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nThe nature and scale of individuals and groups grooming children\, young people\, and vulnerable individuals online\nThe use of online platforms\, direct engagement\, and misinformation in grooming and radicalisation\nCurrent research evidence\, emerging trends\, and future risks\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nBuild on their Prevent training with the latest research in safeguarding practice\nUnderstand current grooming tactics and how vulnerable individuals are targeted\nIdentify and apply appropriate safeguarding responses to prevent harm\, deter perpetrators\, and support those affected\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/gaming-and-exposure-to-radicalisation-and-grooming-3/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Webinar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T153000 DTSTAMP:20260410T154108Z CREATED:20250806T110247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T154108Z UID:15982-1776249000-1776267000@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Harmful behaviour risk assessments DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£175\nšŸŽ§ Safeguarding leads\, pastoral leads\, senior leaders\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nRisk assessment is no longer limited to trips and events ā€“ settings are now expected to take a proactive\, risk-based approach in many other areas. \nThis webinar explores how to assess and respond to harmful behaviours ā€“ both at an individual and whole-setting level. Using current guidance\, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Ofstedā€™s review of sexual abuse in schools\, weā€™ll examine best practices in identifying risks\, planning interventions\, and creating safer environments. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nIdentifying harmful behaviours\, including harmful sexual behaviour\nUnderstanding diversity\, vulnerability\, and disproportionality\nEffective assessment\, safety planning\, and intervention strategies\nWhole-setting risk assessments and risk mitigation.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nRecognise and respond to harmful behaviours using current evidence and guidance\nConduct proportionate risk assessments for individuals and settings\nUnderstand why some children are more vulnerable to harm or harmful behaviour\nApply practical strategies to reduce risk and strengthen safeguarding culture.\n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nBOOK NOW \n\nSpeakers: \nDavid Walker\, Executive Director\, Boarding & Education and Director\, BSA/TIOB \nDavid is the Executive Director\, Boarding and Director BSA/TIOBĀ  and joined the BSA group in August 2023. He has over 20 yearsā€™ experience in boarding schools and has worked in a range of schools in the UK and Africa\, alongside being a prep school governor and a trustee of a MAT. Before taking up his post at the BSA\, David was Deputy Head Pastoral at a large co-ed independent school in the South-East. \n\nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. \n\nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \nĀ  \nĀ  \nĀ  URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/harmful-behaviour-risk-assessments/ CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T101500 DTSTAMP:20260410T160542Z CREATED:20250806T113342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160542Z UID:15986-1776762900-1776766500@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding Practice Forum DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø FOC\nšŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThe SACPA Safeguarding Practice Forums are free networking sessions available exclusively to SACPA members. Aligned with SACPAā€™s mission to support safeguarding professionals\, these monthly forums create a dedicated space for sharing knowledge\, insights\, and mutual encouragement. \nEach session brings together safeguarding leads\, practitioners\, senior leaders\, trustees\, and governors to engage in meaningful discussion around a focused safeguarding theme. These virtual gatherings offer a valuable opportunity to stay connected\, informed\, and inspired within a supportive professional community. \nParticipation is open to SACPA members who have registered and received confirmation through our online booking system. If you are not already a SACPA member and want to benefit from networking with other safeguarding leads\, did you know that professional membership pays for itself in as little as two out of the ten scheduled safeguarding practice forum sessions per year? You may want to browse our membership page.Ā  \nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nDr Mariya Ali\, Director\, SACPA \nMariya Ali is Director of SACPA and an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert. With over two decadesā€™ multidisciplinary experience in legal\, academic\, advisory\, and leadership roles\, she is strongly committed to advancing child rights and welfare. Formerly Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, she led national reforms in child protection policy and legislation. Internationally\, she has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos Foundation on child sexual abuse\, exploitation\, and systems reform across South Asia and beyond. An academic and practitioner\, Mariya has published widely and specialises in trauma-informed\, survivor-centred\, and systems-based safeguarding approaches. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-practice-forum-2/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Forum,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260205T161818Z CREATED:20250806T145100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T161818Z UID:16001-1776942000-1776949200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding considerations for short term placements and summer schools DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£135šŸŽ§ DSL\, DDSL\, Senior leaders\, pastoral support\, behaviour leads\, early help workers\, support workers\, family workers\, safeguarding leads šŸ“ Online \n\nCourse outline: \nThis seminar\, designed specifically for summer school staff working with international students\, will equip you with the essential knowledge and tools to create a safe and inclusive environment for the students joining your summer school programme. Safeguarding should be a priority and all staff involved in the summer school provision should understand what safeguarding means in practical terms\, but also what it means from a child-centred approach. This seminar will highlight the key safeguarding information required by practitioners\, and also give insight into the specific needs to best safeguard international students. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nSafeguarding and your Duty of Care\nUnderstanding and following safeguarding policies\, procedures and ensuring you follow a robust safeguarding framework\nThe unique needs of international students: language barriers\, cultural differences and homesickness\nIdentifying and responding to a safeguarding concern.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nGain a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles and requirements and their application in a summer school environment\n\n\n\nDevelop cultural sensitivity and communication skills to better connect with and support students\n\n\n\nImprove your confidence in identifying and responding to a safeguarding concern\n\n\n\nEnsuring compliance with UK safeguarding regulations and legal obligations.\n\nĀ  BOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \n\nSpeaker: \nDr Mariya Ali\,Ā Director of SACPA \nMariya Ali is an internationally recognised safeguarding and child protection expert with over 30 years of experience across advisory\, academic\, legal\, and leadership roles. She previously served as Deputy Minister in the Maldives\, leading national reforms in child protection\, and has worked with UNICEF\, Save the Children\, and Lumos on developing protection systems globally. With qualifications in Human Rights\, Social Work\, and Traumatic Stress\, she has published widely on child rights\, online safety\, and trauma-informed safeguarding. Known for her strategic vision and practical expertise\, Mariya brings both global insight and local implementation experience\, making her a strong asset to SACPA. \nĀ  \n\nDale Wilkins\, Executive Director\, Scotland/Wales and Accredited/Compliance \nDale joined the BSA during Summer 2017 with responsibility for safeguarding and standards\, having previously been a course tutor since 1998. In July 2019 he also assumed responsibility for the BSAā€™s training programme\, including both day seminars and accredited training courses. Dale leads on all safeguarding and inspection matters for the BSA\, including managing the Commitment to Care Charter and has also developed a process of BSA Accreditation for our international members. He also liaises with ISI\, Ofsted and DfE on matters relating to compliance and inspection standards\, and compiles the BSA Self-Assessment toolkit\, which he first produced in 2002\, since which time he has been closely involved in inspection in state and independent boarding. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-considerations-for-summer-school-teams/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This event will NOT be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Online,Seminar ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T093945Z CREATED:20260227T112431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T093945Z UID:15992-1777023000-1777048200@www.sacpa.org.uk SUMMARY:Safeguarding International Students Conference DESCRIPTION:šŸ·ļø From Ā£235\nšŸŽ§ DSLs/CPOs\, International Student Leads\, Pastoral & Boarding Staff\, International Child Protection Leads\, Lawyers\, Law Enforcement Officers\, Senior Leaders\, Guardianship & Homestay Providers\nšŸ“ Online (conference)\nšŸŽ„ Watch live or on catch up \n\nSponsored by:Ā  \n \n\nCourse Outline: \nThis one-day conference provides safeguarding professionals with a global lens on protecting international students in an increasingly complex and polarised world. Participants will explore how geopolitical instability\, cultural identity\, transnational extremism\, digital risk and cross-border care arrangements impact safeguarding responsibilities in education settings. Through expert-led sessions and case clinics\, delegates will strengthen their understanding of culturally responsive practice\, online harm\, guardianship accountability and proportionate responses to emerging risks. The programme combines strategic insight with practical tools to support ethical\, legally sound and trauma-informed safeguarding across international contexts. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nGeopolitical instability and its impact on international student vulnerability\nCulturally responsive safeguarding and building trust across identities\nTransnational extremism\, radicalisation risks and proportionate safeguarding responses\nGuardianship\, homestays and cross-border accountability\nOnline harm\, digital risk and global safeguarding challenges\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nUnderstand how global conflict\, migration and polarisation shape safeguarding risk\nApply culturally informed approaches to disclosures and student engagement\nRecognise indicators of transnational extremism and respond appropriately\nNavigate safeguarding responsibilities across borders and shared care arrangements\nIdentify and respond to online harm affecting international students\n\nBOOK NOW \nThis event will be held jointly with: \n \n\nProgramme: \n09:30 ā€“ 09:45Ā  Welcome & Opening Remarks \n\n09:45 ā€“ 10:15 Keynote Address: Safeguarding Without Borders: International Students in an Age of Geopolitical Uncertainty \nThis keynote examines how global conflict\, migration pressures\, political polarisation and international mobility are reshaping risk\, vulnerability and safeguarding responsibilities in education settings worldwide. \nSpeaker: Dr Munir Safieldin\, Insightful Impact Consultants\, Director \n\n10:15 ā€“ 10:35 Safer Recruitment through thorough Background ChecksĀ  \nSpeaker: Kannan Chettiar\, CEO\, Avvanz \n\n10:35 ā€“ 10:50 Break \n\n10:50 ā€“ 11:30 Cultural Identity\, Belonging and Safeguarding Practice \nExploring how cultural norms\, identity\, faith\, family expectations and geopolitical background influence safeguarding disclosures\, engagement and trust. \nSpeaker: Ann Marie Christian\, International Safeguarding Consultant\, Trainer and Author and experienced social worker \n\n11:30 ā€“ 11:45 Break \n\n11:45 ā€“ 12:30 Transnational Extremism and Student Safeguarding \nRecognising and Responding to Far-Right Radicalisation in Education Settings \nA safeguarding-focused session addressing the rise of far-right and extremist ideologies across the UK\, USA\, Canada and Australia\, and their impact on international students. \nSpeaker: Dr Craig McCann\, Specialist Adviser\, Counter Terrorism Prevent Strategy \n\n12:30 ā€“ 13:30 Lunch \n\n13:30 ā€“ 14:30 Guardianship\, Homestays and Shared Responsibility Across Borders \nExamining safeguarding accountability when care is shared between schools\, guardians\, homestay providers and overseas families. \nSpeakers: \n\nSteph Gilbert\, UK Director & DSL\, Oxbridge Guardian\nRob Wilson-Clarke\, Curriculum Exploration Officer and Safeguarding Lead\, Flooglebinder\n\n\n14:30 ā€“ 14:45 Break \n\n14:45 ā€“ 15:30 Digital Lives\, Online Harm and Global Safeguarding Risk \nInternational studentsā€™ digital lives often span multiple countries\, platforms and legal protections. \nSpeaker: Dr Vaughan Connolly\, Director\, The Glenlead Centre \n\n15:30 ā€“ 14:45 Break \n\n15:45 ā€“ 16:30Ā  Case Clinics \nManaging Safeguarding Concerns Triggered by Global Events\nSpeaker: Dr Carolyn Dunn\, Vice Principal Pastoral ā€“ Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENDCo \nMental Health\, Trauma and International Students \nThresholds\, Escalation and Multi-Agency Working Across Borders\nSpeaker: Damian Cranny\, Fraud Protect Officer\, Dorset Police \n\n16:30 Closing Reflections & Next Steps \n\nSpeakers: \nDr Munir Safieldin\, Insightful Impact Consultants\, Director \nMunir is a public policy analyst\, economist\, and strategist with over 40 years of experience in the United Nations and with NGOs. He has served as UNICEF Representative to Uganda\, to the Maldives\, to the Islamic Republic of Iran\, and as UN Deputy Humanitarian Coordinator for Nigeria. \nĀ  \nĀ  \n\n \nKannan Chettiar\, CEO\, Avvanz \nKannan is an award-winning Global Leader with 27 years of experience in the Technology and Human Capital sectors spanning Asia\, EMEA & Americas. Kannanā€™s Technopreneurship has earned him the ā€œExecutive of the Year ā€“ Human Resources Technologyā€ award\, which is an extremely prestigious Management Excellence award from Singapore Business Review. Kannan has held management and leadership positions in First Advantage\, Dell Computers\, Future Electronics\, Arrow Electronics (NY-listed)\, Farnell Group (London-listed)\, e2open (IBM-backed)\, and i-Sprint Innovations (Acer-backed). Kannan is also a Certified International Trainer with very high ratings from Fortune 500 Clients and an accredited StrengthsScope Practitioner. Kannan regularly delivers Thought Leadership talks and Masterclasses in the region and constantly offers insights and perspectives in mainstream newspapers and trade publications. Kannan is proficient in several languages ā€“ he speaks fluent English\, Tamil\, elementary Mandarin\, Malay\, and Thai. An engineer by training\, he holds an Honours degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and an MBA from the University of Birmingham in the UK. Kannan holds an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment as well. \n\nDr Craig McCann\, Specialist Adviser\, Counter Terrorism Prevent Strategy \nCraig is a specialist adviser and researcher on the Counter Terrorism Prevent Strategy and associated Channel programme. As a former senior CT police officer having served within the Metropolitan Police Service and the National CT Headquarters\, he has extensive experience of the delivery of Prevent across the UK. He has also led the international delivery of research\, project delivery and capacity building across a range of operational contexts including the Western Balkans\, East Africa and Asia. He is a published author and has a PhD in comparative politics exploring how the Prevent Strategy is applied to right-wing extremism. He currently works as the Investigator within the Office of the Independent Prevent Commissioner.Ā  \n\nAnn Marie Christian\, International Safeguarding Consultant\, Trainer and Author and experienced social worker \nAnn Marie has over 30 yearsā€™ experience as a qualified social worker. Since 1996\, she has worked across local authorities in frontline services\, management\, and as a Safeguarding Advisor\, LADO\, and Designated Safeguarding Lead Trainer. Ann Marie became an independent consultant in 2010\, providing safeguarding advice\, training\, and consultancy services to schools\, charities\, local authorities\, and global organisations\, including the NSPCC\, COIS\, BSME\, ISI Consultancy\, BSA\, IAPS\, the Premier League\, and many more. She regularly writes for Head Teachers Update\,Ā SEN Magazine\, andĀ Nursery World\, and develops safeguarding courses for Optimus\, The Key for Leaders and Educare. Ann Marie has delivered keynotes and workshops internationally in regions such as the UK\, Dubai\, Singapore\, Texas\, Monaco\, Jamaica and more. Recognised for her impact\, she was Highly Commended at the 2019 WinTrade Awards for ā€˜Woman in the Public Sectorā€™ and previously nominated as NSPCC Child Protection Trainer of the Year. \n\nSteph Gilbert\, UK Director & DSL\, Oxbridge Guardian (Oxbridge Guardians and Aspired Education) \nSteph has been working in international education for 18 years\, with 8 years as DSL and in Guardianship. As the UK Director for Oxbridge Group Ltd\, she supports and leads the team with specialities in safeguarding\, compliance\, operations and host family management. Steph has spoken at events previously regarding the NMS\, UKVI requirements\, student mental health and how to better work together to prioritise the child. Steph is the Vice Chair of Governors for a local state school and has a wealth of experience in the education field\, both independent and state sector. She works as a consultant for several youth companies and schools to support with safeguarding best practice. \n\nRob Wilson-Clarke is Curriculum Exploration Officer and Safeguarding Lead at Flooglebinder \nRob Wilson-Clarke is Curriculum Exploration Officer and Safeguarding Lead at Flooglebinder\, where he develops national and international study programmes centred on conservation\, student wellbeing\, responsible travel and personal growth. In his safeguarding leadership role\, he oversees student welfare\, risk management and safeguarding practice across programmes\, ensuring robust systems that support young people in UK and overseas settings. Previously\, as Deputy Head of Student Support and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead at theĀ University of York\, he led safeguarding initiatives\, trained safeguarding officers and established a faculty-wide network to strengthen institutional practice. His expertise spans lecturing in ecology\, mental health\, behaviour\, resilience\, pastoral care and prevention-focused safeguarding. \n\nDamian Cranny\, Fraud Protect Officer\, Dorset Police \nDamian is a Fraud Protection Officer with Dorset Policeā€™s Economic Crime Unit and certified NLP Practitioner. He combines traditional policing with psychological insights to combat fraud through innovative education. His 24-lesson secondary school program explores fraud psychology\, while his romance fraud awareness campaign achieved a 323% increase in victim reporting within two weeks. Damian develops presentations that merge real-world police experience with NLP techniques\, helping educators understand criminal manipulation tactics. At conferences\, he focuses on protecting students from fraud targeting and building resilience against social engineering attacks through comprehensive safeguarding approaches. \n\nDr Vaughan Connolly\, Director\, The Glenlead Centre \nDr Vaughan ConnollyĀ is Director of Education at the Glenlead Centre and a leading voice on digital safety and safeguarding in secondary education. Working in leading independent schools as a teacher of Computing and IT for over 20 years\, he has held senior leadership roles including Vice Principal and Director of IT and eLearning. A published author\, Dr Connolly combines technical expertise with practical school leadership experience. His work focuses on translating complex digital risks into clear\, proportionate safeguarding practice\, supporting educators to protect and empower young people online with confidence and clarity. \n\nDr Carolyn Dunn\, Vice Principal Pastoral ā€“ Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENDCo \nI have over 20 years of experience in senior leadership and am a chemistry teacher by training. I currently serve as Vice Principal Pastoral\, DSL\, and SENDCo at a 13ā€“19 Independent Day and Boarding School. I am passionate about inspiring girls in STEM while supporting their personal\, social\, and academic growth. Safeguarding international students is central to my work\, particularly in todayā€™s global and political climate\, ensuring every student feels safe\, included\, and valued. By embedding Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion into pastoral care\, I help students thrive\, gain confidence\, and flourish within our boarding school community. URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/safeguarding-international-students-conference/ LOCATION:Virtual (Zoom) ā€“ This webinar will be recorded\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Conference,Online ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR