Safeguarding Children Level 1
Introductory child protection training for anyone working with children and young people. Covers recognising signs of abuse, reporting procedures, and understanding your safeguarding responsibilities.
Course at a Glance
Duration
2 hours
Level
Level 1
Certification
CPD Certified
Modules
5 modules
Course Overview
This introductory Level 1 safeguarding children course provides essential knowledge for anyone who works with children and young people. Designed as a foundation-level course, it covers the key principles of child protection, recognising the signs and indicators of abuse and neglect, and understanding what to do if you have concerns about a child's welfare. The course is aligned with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance and meets the requirements of Working Together to Safeguard Children.
Who Should Take This Course
- Teaching assistants and support staff
- Nursery and early years practitioners
- Sports coaches and activity leaders
- Volunteers working with children
- Administrative staff in education settings
- Anyone new to working with children and young people
Learning Outcomes
- Understand what safeguarding and child protection mean
- Recognise the main categories and indicators of child abuse and neglect
- Know how to respond to concerns about a child's safety and welfare
- Understand the importance of information sharing and confidentiality
- Know the key legislation and guidance including KCSIE and Working Together
- Understand your role and responsibilities in safeguarding children
Course Modules
5 modules covering all essential knowledge areas
Introduction to Safeguarding
What safeguarding means, the difference between safeguarding and child protection, and the scale of child abuse in the UK.
Legislation and Guidance
Key legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004, KCSIE, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the role of Local Safeguarding Children Partnerships.
Categories of Abuse
Physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect — identifying signs, symptoms, and behavioural indicators.
Responding to Concerns
What to do if a child discloses abuse, how to record concerns, and who to report to within your organisation.
Assessment and Next Steps
Understanding the assessment process, referrals to children's social care, and the importance of your role in the wider safeguarding system.
Assessment
Multiple-choice assessment with a pass mark of 80%. You can retake the assessment at no extra cost if needed.
Certification
Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-certified digital certificate. This certificate can be downloaded immediately and used as evidence for inspection, revalidation, and continuing professional development.
Renewal Guidance
Statutory guidance recommends refreshing safeguarding training every 2-3 years. We also recommend progressing to Level 2 for a more in-depth understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions
No prior safeguarding knowledge is required. This Level 1 course is designed as an introduction for people new to working with children or those who need a refresher of the basics.
Yes, this course is ideal for volunteers in settings such as sports clubs, youth groups, faith organisations, and community groups. It provides the essential safeguarding knowledge needed to keep children safe.
Level 1 provides foundational awareness of safeguarding and child protection. Level 2 builds on this with more in-depth knowledge of the referral process, multi-agency working, and managing safeguarding concerns within an organisational context.
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