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SUMMARY:Safeguarding update for DSLs (level 3 certificate)
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ From £235\n🎧 Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSL’s\, DDSLs\n📍 Online\n🎥 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 settings—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\n The importance of effective information sharing\n\n\n Recognising trauma and supporting vulnerable groups\n\n\n 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 DSL’s role in working with children’s social care and promoting child welfare\nPromote a culture where children’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 – 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 years’ 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 ‘Woman in the Public Sector’ 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) – 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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T160000
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding update for DSLs (level 3 certificate)
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ £235-470 – Discounted rate for BSA members\n🎧 Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSL’s\, DDSLs\n📍 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 settings—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\n The importance of effective information sharing\n\n\n Recognising trauma and supporting vulnerable groups\n\n\n 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 DSL’s role in working with children’s social care and promoting child welfare\nPromote a culture where children’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 – 2 days) \nAudience: Level 3 certificate training for Educational Guardians\, DSL’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 Marie is an International Safeguarding Consultant\, Trainer\, Author\, and Speaker with over 30 years’ 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 ‘Woman in the Public Sector’ 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) – 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
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250919T131500
DTSTAMP:20250829T164448Z
CREATED:20250425T165005Z
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SUMMARY:Group Supervision (Session 1 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:🏷️ £600-1200 (for all 6 sessions)\n📍 Online \n\nGroup Supervision for Safeguarding Professionals \nSACPA’s group supervision sessions are designed to foster a stable\, supportive\, and reflective community of practice among safeguarding professionals. Each group includes 4–8 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 group’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. \nMariya’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 organization’s mission forward.
URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-group-supervision-1-session-1-of-6/
LOCATION:Virtual – Teams
CATEGORIES:Online,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="The Safeguarding and Child Protection Association":MAILTO:info@sacpa.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241017T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241017T130000
DTSTAMP:20240920T100415Z
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SUMMARY:Group Supervision – 6 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Outline  \nGroup supervision sessions facilitate and develop a stable and trusting community of practice amongst 4-8 safeguarding professionals who meet regularly. \nBy sharing experience and knowledge\, group supervision allows individuals to improve their skills and capability in safeguarding practice. SACPA is pleased to offer safeguarding professionals a series of 6 monthly x 1 hour group supervision sessions. \nHow will SACPA group safeguarding supervision work  \nSafeguarding professionals commit to the full 6 group supervision sessions. SACPA will convene a short planning meeting with supervisees to negotiate and agree a group supervision contract\, including the agreed models of group supervision and working agreements. \nPlatform: Teams (online) \nCost: \n\nSACPA Member Rate: £600 for all 6 sessions\nNon-member Rate*: £1200 for all 6 sessions\n\nBOOK NOW \n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nSupervision Dates \nSession 1 – October 17\, 2024                    12:00-13:00\nSession 2 – November 14\, 2024               12:00-13:00\nSession 3 – January 9\, 2025                     12:00-13:00\nSession 4 – February 10\, 2025                 12:00-13:00\nSession 5 – March 10\, 2025                      12:00-13:00\nSession 6 –  May 8\, 2025                           15:00-16:00 \n\nSpeaker:  \n \nClaire Dan\, Director of Safeguarding BSA Group and Director\, Sacpa \nClaire is Director of Safeguarding and Director\, Sacpa and leads on the provision of safeguarding advice and support to members and the development and delivery of CPD and safeguarding consultancy services. Claire is a safeguarding specialist and leader with a background in education welfare\, youth justice\, and early help contexts which have involved a strong focus on diverse and collaborative partnerships\, professional development and supervision of front-line safeguarding colleagues\, and leading multi-disciplinary teams and projects. Between 2006 and 2013 Claire was involved with Luton Safeguarding Children Board as a lead multi-agency safeguarding trainer\, developing and delivering single and multi-agency safeguarding training\, and since 2013 has delivered pieces of bespoke consultancy work\, and providing a range of safeguarding consultancy on a freelance basis.
URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-group-supervision-6-sessions/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220830T120000
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SUMMARY:Sacpa training - KCSIE
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 30\, 2022\nTime: 10:00 – 12:00\nCost: Sacpa Member – £100\, Non-member – £200\nPlatform: Zoom (online)\n\n  \nCourse outline\nThis session will look at the changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education for 2022 and will highlight the management and compliance implications. Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 was released in May and comes in to effect from September 01\, 2022. \nKCSIE is for all practitioners in schools as well as governing bodies\, proprietors and management committees. As such\, this session will highlight the changes published in KCSIE 2022 including how safeguarding and child protection training will help governors and trustees; updates on harmful online challenges; the importance of schools and colleges speaking with parents and carers about children’s access to online sites when away from school or college; clarity on the process for sharing low-level concerns\, and more. \nTraining topics will include: \n\nChanges to KCSIE\nImpact on policies and procedures\nImpact on professional practice.\n\nLearning outcomes: \n\nAwareness of the new guidance\nHow to update school policies and procedures to reflect the new guidance\nUnderstanding issues relating to implementation and dissemination to school staff.\n\nAudience: \n\nAll practitioners working with children and young people\, DSL\, DDSL\, in education settings in England.\n\nCost: \n\nMember Rate: £100\nNon-member Rate: £200*\n\n*If you would like to become a member and access discounted rates for Sacpa CPD and events\, please click here. \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.sacpa.org.uk/event/sacpa-kcsie-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Training
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