Introduction to Safeguarding

Including Child Protection and Understanding Hounslow Referral Pathways

Target Audience

Early Years practitioners that are new to their role in Hounslow

Course Outline

The overall aim of the course is for Early Years Practitioners to be confident in:

• Recognising abuse – identify and discuss signs and indicators that may suggest a child is being abused.

• Responding to concerns and making referrals – knowing how to respond to concerns about suspected child abuse or allegations against professionals, who to talk to, what actions to take and how to make a referral.

• Good practice in responding to concerns – possible barriers for reporting concerns, why safeguarding is important and what to do if a child makes a disclosure.

On this course you will:

• Explore your role in safeguarding children.

• Consider types of abuse, signs and indicators.

• Improve confidence in knowing what is considered best practice in safeguarding children.

• Gain an understanding about what to do if you are concerned about a child.

• Explore your understanding of professional curiosity and the voice of the child.

• Discuss safer working practices and how to be part of a developing safeguarding culture within your setting.

Date Wednesday 8 February 2023

Time 6pm – 8pm

Platform Microsoft Teams - This course is being delivered via Microsoft teams. Please ensure your device is compatible. We recommend you access this through a computer or laptop for the best experience.

Cost £15 per delegate (childminders, day nurseries, playgroups)
£75 per delegate (maintained & non-maintained schools)

Facilitator Early Years & Childcare Service

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