New to the Designated Safeguarding Lead Role
If you are new to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) role, or preparing to take on DSL responsibilities, this course will give you a clear and practical introduction to what the role involves.
What will you learn?
During the course, you will explore:
• Your role and responsibilities as a DSL
• Key safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance
• How to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns
• Referrals, thresholds and working with other agencies
• Recording concerns, decision-making and information sharing
• The importance of the child’s voice
• Child-on-child abuse and online safety
• Attendance and children who may be missing from education
• Managing concerns about adults working with children
• How to support a strong safeguarding culture in your setting
You will also work through practical case studies and scenarios so you can apply your learning to real safeguarding situations.
Is this course for you?
This course is suitable if you are:
• A newly appointed DSL
• A Deputy DSL
• Preparing to take on a DSL or DDSL role
• A leader who wants a clearer understanding of DSL responsibilities
You do not need previous DSL experience to attend.
What will you leave with?
By the end of the course, you will have:
• A clearer understanding of your DSL responsibilities
• Greater confidence in responding to safeguarding concerns
• A practical understanding of referrals, recording and information sharing
• More confidence in your professional decision-making
• Practical approaches you can use straight away in your setting
The course is practical, supportive and grounded in real safeguarding situations, helping you feel more confident and prepared in your DSL role.
New to the DSL role? This course will help you understand what you need to know, what you need to do and where to go for support.
