Child Protection & Safeguarding

What's included:

• Grab an enrolment letter as a gift!
• Eligibility to earn CPD & QLS Endorsed Certificate.
• Fully Online Recorded Class
• 24/7 & Lifetime Access
• Online support
• No hidden fees

Course Link :  Child Protection & Safeguarding Level 5

The Child Protection & Safeguarding course is tailored to equip individuals with the critical knowledge required to understand, detect, and respond to child protection concerns. It explores how to recognise signs of abuse, what to do if a child confides in you, and how to report concerns confidently and effectively. The course addresses the roles and responsibilities of those involved in child protection, as well as how to manage sensitive situations with care and integrity.

Through a clear and accessible structure, this course examines the legal frameworks surrounding child protection, including government guidelines, safeguarding protocols, and confidentiality practices. Learners will build a firm foundation in responding to disclosures, working within safeguarding procedures, and helping ensure every child’s safety and wellbeing. Whether you are in education, healthcare, social work, or volunteering, this course supports your role in protecting children and understanding your obligations under child protection principles.

Learning Outcomes

• Explain the core principles of child protection and safeguarding.
• Identify early signs of abuse linked to child protection issues.
• Describe the reporting process in child protection situations.
• Understand key legislation related to child protection practices.
• Recognise professional duties under child protection frameworks.
• Respond correctly to disclosures in child protection contexts.

Who is this course for?

• Teachers involved in everyday child protection responsibilities.
• Healthcare staff following NHS child protection procedures.
• Social workers addressing child protection concerns daily.
• Charity workers participating in child protection projects.
• Youth workers maintaining effective child protection standards.
• Nursery staff required to understand child protection rules.
• Sports coaches responsible for upholding child protection practices.
• Volunteers supporting child protection in community settings.

Career Path & UK Average Salaries

• Child Protection Social Worker – £38,000 per year
• Safeguarding Officer – £35,000 per year
• Designated Safeguarding Lead (School) – £36,500 per year
• Children’s Support Worker – £26,000 per year
• Education Welfare Officer – £30,500 per year
• Early Years Safeguarding Advisor – £32,000 per year