Everyone has a duty to prevent or stop child abuse, especially people who work in social care - it does not matter who you are or where you work. This Safeguarding Children training course will help you to recognise child abuse and neglect. It will give you indicators of abuse and ensure you know what to do if you are concerned.

This Safeguarding Children training provides a stand-alone awareness for Safeguarding Children & Young People. It can also be used as a refresher.

• What is safeguarding children and young people?
• Why some children may be more vulnerable to harm or abuse
• Main types of abuse
• How do you know if a child is being abused?
• What to do if child abuse is suspected
• The referral process
• Legislation and guidance

At the end of this training, you will:

• Understand the principles of safeguarding children
• Identify children at greater risk
• Understand how children can be harmed and abused
• Identify different types of abuse
• Know what to do if abuse is suspected

This Safeguarding Children course is specifically for Care and Support Workers working in a social care setting. It may also be useful to a wider audience of people who would like to know more about Safeguarding Children.