Training - Courses

Looking for something more in-depth? Using our network of trainers we provide courses either virtually or face to face providing that greater level of detail. Not able to attend any of the dates listed? Click on more info and join the waiting list.

New to the Role - DSL Training

£199+VAT - Members

£249+VAT - Non Members

KCSIE states that “The designated safeguarding lead should take lead responsibility for safeguarding and child protection and that the role of the designated safeguarding lead carries a significant level of responsibility”.  

This ‘New to the Role - DSL Training’ programme seeks to support newly appointed Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputies so that they are confident in taking on this important responsibility. The programme incorporates one and a half day training to underpin knowledge and skills, followed up by a further half day workshop which focuses on a review of practice and knowledge and opportunity for reflection, feeding into the reflective lessons learned thread of a safeguarding culture. 

This course runs over three sessions, click 'More Info' for all session dates

  • 15th Oct, 2025 - 10:00

    Online

Early Years , Care , Schools , Colleges

Safeguarding Supervision

£199+VAT - Members

£249+VAT - Non Members

This highly popular 12-hour course helps structure and approach supervision using an established supervision model to enable supervisors to empower staff and focus on the experience and progress of children and young people in their care.


This course consists of 2-hour sessions held over a six-week block. Please click 'More Info' to view the session dates.

  • 6th Nov, 2025 - 13:00

    Online

Schools , Colleges

Safeguarding for Governors and Governing Bodies

£49+VAT - Members

£99+VAT - Non Members

A short course for governors looking at the role of safeguarding in education and the requirements on governors to support their schools to meet the statutory requirements.
  • 6th Nov, 2025 - 18:00

    Online

Suicide Prevention with PAPYRUS

£35+VAT - Members

£35+VAT - Non Members

Suicide is the biggest killer of people aged 35 and under in the UK. We believe that suicide is often preventable.

Safeguarding Network has commissioned this training to be delivered by PAPYRUS. Prevention of Young Suicide (PAPYRUS) is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.

  • 12th Nov, 2025 - 13:00

    Online

Managing Allegations

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

This essential training course is designed for professionals working in education who are responsible for responding to and managing allegations. the course provides a comprehensive overview of the types of allegations that may arise, including low-level and serious concerns, and equips participants with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively and lawfully. Through practical guidance on working with children, families, and professionals, making referrals to the LADO, and conducting internal investigations in line with statutory and organisational frameworks, attendees will develop professional confidence and competence in handling complex safeguarding scenarios. Whether you're new to the role or looking to refresh your expertise, this course ensures you are prepared to manage allegations with clarity, integrity, and care.

  • 13th Nov, 2025 - 09:30

    Online

Early Years , Care , Schools , Colleges

A Practice Guide to the Child Protection Process

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

This course is for safeguarding professionals working with children, young people, and families who may have to attend a Child Protection Conference as part of their role and want to feel more confident about contributing to the child protection processes.
  • 19th Nov, 2025 - 09:15

    Online

Care , Schools , Colleges

Harmful Sexual Behaviour

£149+VAT - Members

£199+VAT - Non Members

A one-day course designed to help those who work alongside children and families to feel more knowledgeable and confident in having discussion about sexual behaviours, and to respond appropriately to concerns of harmful sexual behaviours.
  • 24th Nov, 2025 - 09:30

    Online

DSL Refresher Course

£119+VAT - Members

£169+VAT - Non Members

This course is designed for DSLs based in England who have had their initial DSL Training with their local authority and provides a refresher keeping you up to date with latest statutory guidance and best practice so that you are ready for the new academic year.  We cover everything related to KCSIE and invite discussion and participation around forthcoming changes.  


Note: We always recommend approaching your local authority for any DSL Training/Refreshers in the first instance.  We are here to compliment, not replace local training. 

  • 4th Dec, 2025 - 09:30

    Online

Schools , Colleges

DSL Support Programme

£149+VAT - Members

£199+VAT - Non Members

This 12-hour course seeks to grow the confidence of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and their deputies, building on their initial DSL training. Looking at the challenges of the role, the course seeks to address compliance with statutory guidance, share good practice and consider how to create a whole setting safeguarding culture.

  • 13th Jan, 2026 - 10:00

    Online

Child-on-Child Abuse Training

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new Child-on-Child Abuse Training course! This comprehensive training is specifically designed for Designated Safeguarding Leads and school leaders, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively identify and manage cases of child-on-child abuse in your setting.

  • 19th Jan, 2026 - 09:30

    Online

Schools , Colleges

Safeguarding and Inspection

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

Inspection is taking a higher profile than ever and safeguarding is a limiting factor. This session will explore key themes in relation to safeguarding from recent inspections along with the importance of evidencing a robust and secure safeguarding culture and the challenges of doing this.
  • 2nd Feb, 2026 - 10:00

    Online

  • 24th Apr, 2026 - 10:00

    Online

Defensible decision making in safeguarding practice

£99+VAT - Members

£129+VAT - Non Members

The safeguarding of children and young people has become increasingly complex in respect of  the children, their families and wider communities. 

Decision making about safeguarding is a core thread of practice for DSLs and safeguarding teams. 

Working with a wide range of professionals and other stake holders there is a need for an alignment of decisions , plans and review. There is also a need for challenge. 

These decisions themselves can be, and are challenged, often from a position of hindsight. 


For colleagues who attended the one hour introductory webinar in July, this session will build on those initial principles with  a view to  clear implementation and use in your provision, safeguarding and whole school approach.

  • 12th May, 2026 - 10:00

    Online

Early Years , Care , Schools , Colleges

'Courageous Conversations' with Families

£149+VAT - Members

£199+VAT - Non Members

We often have to deal with situations that are difficult and have conversations which we know could be difficult for the other person to hear. This course looks at ways in which we might do this whilst keeping ourselves safe.

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Early Years , Schools , Colleges

Effective Referrals to Children's Services

£149+VAT - Members

£199+VAT - Non Members

Making referrals is central to the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). It is a key responsibility outlined in the DSL’s job description in early years settings, schools and colleges in Keeping Children Safe in Education. 

This course provides an insight into the issues that exist within the process and the wider context of social care, and is designed to build staff confidence in writing an effective referral to children’s services.


Schools , Colleges

Reflecting Upon Safeguarding and Young People with SEND

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

Children and young people with SEND represents a growing cohort. This course looks at why children with SEND are at greater risk and how to develop a clear and robust safeguarding culture.

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Quality Assurance of Alternative Provisions

£69+VAT - Members

£119+VAT - Non Members

The inspection and QA of alternative provision is rightly under scrutiny. For some of our young people an alternative provision helps them to  maintain a positive view of engaging with adults and education. 

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Insights into Toxic Masculinity, Misogyny and Incel

£99+VAT - Members

£149+VAT - Non Members

Education provisions are increasingly concerned about the impact of so-called toxic masculinity , misogyny and in some cases Incel within our learning communities. 

This session will explore some of the societal , online and other starting points in relation to the issues and the ways in which education has and continues to address them.

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