Safeguarding for Support Staff in Schools

Safeguarding for Support Staff in Schools

Overview

Safeguarding for Support Staff in Schools provides essential training for all support personnel who interact with children, young people, and vulnerable adults in school environments. From teaching assistants to administrative staff, every support worker plays a key role in safeguarding. This course ensures staff are aware of best practices in Safeguarding, understand their role in Child Minding, and can assist effectively as a Support Worker, while also considering Adult Care responsibilities where necessary.

This is a low-commitment, accessible course, designed for busy school support staff. Limited-time offer: once this session closes, we will not offer this exact course again.

Description

Support staff in schools must understand safeguarding to protect children and maintain a safe learning environment. This course focuses on:

• Safeguarding policies relevant to schools and education settings.
• Practical Child Minding techniques for supervising children in classrooms, playgrounds, and extracurricular activities.
• Role of Support Workers in implementing safeguarding measures.
• Awareness of Adult Care responsibilities, including support for staff or vulnerable students.
• Identifying signs of abuse or neglect and understanding reporting protocols.

The course includes practical exercises, case studies, and real-life scenarios to build confidence. Support staff will gain actionable knowledge, ensuring they can support teachers, colleagues, and students while maintaining a culture of safeguarding.

This training is time-sensitive and will not be repeated. Participants gain critical skills that enhance their ability to protect children and provide effective support within schools.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is tailored for:

• Support Staff in schools, including teaching assistants and classroom aides.
• Volunteers assisting with Child Minding or school activities.
• Administrative staff who interact with students or are involved in safeguarding policies.
• Staff providing Adult Care support in educational settings.
• New school personnel needing a structured introduction to safeguarding practices.

Any role in a school or educational environment requires safeguarding awareness. This course ensures all support staff meet professional and ethical standards.

Requirements

• No prior experience required.
• Suitable for new and existing support staff.
• Flexible online, self-paced learning.
• Accessible from computer, tablet, or mobile devices.

Act now—this safeguarding course for support staff is a one-time opportunity and will not be offered again.

Career Path

Completing Safeguarding for Support Staff in Schools can expand professional opportunities:

• Enhanced Support Worker roles in classrooms or student services.
• Opportunities to assist in Child Minding and student supervision programmes.
• Leadership or senior support positions in schools.
• Volunteering or employment roles requiring safeguarding knowledge.
• Recognition for handling Adult Care responsibilities in educational environments.

Certification demonstrates competence, commitment, and professionalism, making support staff a valued member of any school community.