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Current Open Courses
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Overview
This two-day training is designed to strengthen confidence, clarity and competence in the DSL role. It combines statutory guidance with real-world application, supporting you to manage safeguarding responsibilities safely and sustainably.
What You Will Cover
Understanding the DSL Role
Clear responsibilities and accountability within safeguarding frameworks
Responding to Safeguarding Concerns
• Managing disclosures from children
• Responding to staff concerns
• Handling allegations against staff
• Addressing child-on-child abuse, including online harm
Making Referrals
• Thresholds of harm
• Early help and statutory services
• When and how to escalate concerns
Communication Skills
• Talking with parents about safeguarding concerns
• Safe and appropriate information sharing
Record Keeping
• Accurate documentation
• Chronologies and defensible recording
Policies and Procedures
• Working in line with legislation and guidance
• Embedding safeguarding into organisational practice
Current Safeguarding Context
• Emerging risks and themes
• Online safety and digital harm
• Evolving safeguarding responsibilities
Supporting Staff and Preventing Burnout
The DSL role carries significant emotional weight. This training includes:
• Practical strategies to support staff wellbeing
• Reflective approaches to managing complex cases
• Self-care for DSLs to reduce stress and prevent burnout
• Building sustainable safeguarding systems
Training and Development
• Identifying ongoing training needs
• Strengthening whole-setting safeguarding culture
• Planning continuous professional development
Who This Is For
• Designated Safeguarding Leads & Deputy DSLs in schools, colleges and EYFS settings
• Senior leaders with safeguarding responsibility
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To book
To pay by invoice
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Email: katie@katiemalley.co.uk
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