Safeguarding in Social Work Practice

Overview – Safeguarding in Social Work Practice for Child Minding, Support Worker, and Adult Care

The Safeguarding in Social Work Practice Course has been created for those in child minding, support worker, and adult care who want to apply safeguarding principles directly to social work environments. Social work is at the frontline of safeguarding, and professionals must be confident in recognizing, preventing, and responding to risks affecting vulnerable children and adults.

This course is low commitment and designed for real-world application. And because it’s offered only once, you need to act now to secure your place.

Description – Why Safeguarding in Social Work Practice Is Vital

The Safeguarding in Social Work Practice Course covers the practical side of applying safeguarding knowledge in child minding, support worker, and adult care roles. It emphasizes:

• Risk assessments in social work settings.
• Collaborating with support workers and child minding staff.
• Protecting vulnerable adults in adult care services.
• Legal and ethical frameworks in safeguarding.
• Building confidence in challenging conversations.

This safeguarding course is short, flexible, and career-boosting—a perfect low-commitment option with lasting impact. But the chance to take it won’t come again.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is for:

• Child Minding professionals working alongside social services.
• Support Workers who collaborate with social work teams.
• Adult Care staff who liaise with social workers to protect vulnerable adults.
• Social work students, volunteers, and managers committed to effective safeguarding.

Requirements

To enroll, you only need a basic understanding of safeguarding. If you’re already working in child minding, support worker, or adult care fields, you meet the requirements. It’s that simple.

Career Path

Completing this course will:

• Strengthen your position in child minding, support worker, or adult care careers.
• Open doors to leadership in social work teams.
• Increase your credibility in safeguarding-sensitive environments.

⚠️ But remember: this Safeguarding in Social Work Practice Course will not be offered again. Secure your place now.