Level 5 Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) - Safeguarding Officer Training

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Safeguarding in the UK focuses on protecting an individual's rights to live safely, free from abuse, harm, and neglect. With over 541,000 safeguarding concerns raised in England alone last year—a 9% increase—there is a clear and growing demand for trained Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) across all sectors.

This Level 5 Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Training – QLS Endorsed course is designed in line with UK legislation and statutory guidance, including Working Together to Safeguard Children and the Care Act 2014. You will gain the advanced knowledge and practical skills needed to lead safeguarding processes, identify signs of abuse, understand your legal responsibilities, and manage reporting procedures effectively for both children and vulnerable adults.

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• ➽ Course 03: Safeguarding and Child Protection

Learning Outcomes:

• Master DSL duties: spot abuse, manage disclosures.
• Know UK laws for child & adult safety.
• Act confidently: assess risks, report concerns.
• Protect vulnerable groups effectively.
• Sharpen skills for safer environments.

Key Features:

• Eligibility to earn a QLS-endorsed certificate.
• 2 free CPD-accredited courses.
• An instant PDF and a hard copy are included.
• Fully online, interactive safeguarding course.
• Developed by qualified safeguarding professionals.
• Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, and smartphone friendly.

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Description:

Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding principles to protect children and vulnerable adults effectively. They will master safeguarding legislation, enabling them to identify and respond to abuse, neglect, and exploitation with confidence. The course equips learners with practical safeguarding skills, such as risk assessment, reporting disclosures, and maintaining accurate records. They will also learn to communicate sensitively and collaborate with agencies to uphold safeguarding responsibilities. Ultimately, learners will be empowered to create safer environments through robust safeguarding practices.

***Main Course Curriculum**

Section 1 : Safeguarding Children

• Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding
• Module 02: Laws and Guidance
• Module 03: Child Abuse
• Module 04: Child Sexual Exploitation
• Module 05: Responding to Disclosure and Reporting
• Module 06: Risks and Risk Assessment
• Module 07: Things to Do after Referral
• Module 08: Record Keeping

Section 02: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

• Module 01: An Introduction to Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
• Module 02: Safeguarding Legislations
• Module 03: Understanding Abuse and Neglect
• Module 04: Policy, Roles and Responsibilities
• Module 05: Understanding the Importance of Communication in Care
• Module 06: Sharing Information and Responding To a Disclosure
• Module 07: Reporting Your Concern

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Who is this course for?

Our online Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Course, which includes a free certificate, is ideal for professionals who are responsible for leading safeguarding practices for children and vulnerable adults. It is especially suitable for:

• Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)
• Safeguarding Officers
• Social Workers
• Teachers and Education Staff
• Support Workers
• Care Home Managers

This course is also perfect for those aspiring to move into a DSL role or take on greater safeguarding responsibilities within their organisation.

Requirements

• Prerequisites: None.
• Internet access.
• Familiarity with English.

Career path

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) : £30,000 to £50,000
• Safeguarding Officer : £25,000 to £40,000
• Child Protection Officer : £28,000 to £45,000
• Safeguarding Consultant : £40,000 to £60,000
• Vulnerable Adult Support Worker : £22,000 to £35,000