This dynamic one day course is designed especially for those who need a basic grounding in child protection but do not need the in-depth training necessary for designated personnel.
In a very ‘hands-on’ style, we look at what abuse is, how it might be recognised in youngsters, and move on to discuss how and when to react.
The afternoon will centre on practical ways to create a protective environment around children to minimise the risk of exploitation by those who would offend. We also look at ways to keep staff safe from false allegations against themselves.
Aims of ‘Basic Child Protection and the Protective Ethos’
To make participants feel confident in their understanding of child protection and surrounding issues
To develop and extend knowledge of child abuse
To gain a basic understanding of child protection procedures
To promote best practice working within a protective ethos
Learning Outcomes of ‘Basic Child Protection and the Protective Ethos’
To understand the concept of significant harm
To explore the notion of ‘good parenting’
To recognise all four categories of abuse
Logging and reporting of concerns / allegations
To examine the concept of vulnerable children
To dispel myths and fallacies about abuse
To look at offenders in the workplace
To explore good practice in working relationships with children
To raise awareness of the physical environment in schools
