Child Protection Training

Understand child safeguarding principles, legal duties, and reporting concerns effectively with our structured online child protection training course.

Overview:
Child protection isn’t about ticking policies off a list — it’s about being alert, informed, and ready to act when something isn’t right. This course is built for those who work around or with children, aiming to create a safer environment by helping you recognise signs of abuse and respond appropriately.

The training walks you through the essentials: recognising risk, understanding responsibilities, and responding sensibly. You'll explore types of abuse, key legislation, the roles of professionals, and what to do if a child confides in you. Whether you're new to the field or brushing up, this course ensures you’re not left second-guessing what to do in difficult moments.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand key signs and categories of child abuse and neglect.
• Learn the legal frameworks surrounding child protection in the UK.
• Know how to respond if a child makes a disclosure.
• Identify professional responsibilities in safeguarding children’s wellbeing.
• Recognise appropriate channels for reporting safeguarding concerns.
• Develop confidence in acting when safeguarding issues arise.

Who is this Course For:

• Teachers and school staff working with children regularly.
• Youth workers in voluntary or community-based organisations.
• Foster carers seeking updated safeguarding knowledge.
• Early years professionals and childcare providers.
• Medical staff with contact with young people or families.
• Sports coaches and instructors in youth programmes.
• Faith leaders or volunteers in children’s ministries.
• Anyone with safeguarding duties in their job description.

Career Path (UK Average Salaries):

• Safeguarding Officer – £30,000 per year
• Child Protection Social Worker – £38,000 per year
• Youth Support Worker – £24,000 per year
• Family Liaison Officer – £26,000 per year
• Early Years Practitioner – £22,000 per year
• Pastoral Support Assistant – £21,500 per year