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Designated safeguarding lead Training: Referrals and what happens next (131026)

Tue 13th October 2026 @ 10:00am- 1:00pm
Event type:
  • Price:
  • (per person) VCFSE groups & town / parish councils: £45.00
  • (per person) All Others: £60.00
Location:
Online

Please note that this course will take place online viaTeams.

This course is for Designated Safeguarding Leads. It will cover the role of a Safeguarding Lead in making referrals and their involvement afterwards.

Course content
This new course is for Designated Safeguarding Leads, designed in consultation with VCFSE Safeguarding Leads. It will cover the role of a Safeguarding Lead in making referrals and their involvement afterwards.

It provides a deeper and more detailed understanding of the safeguarding thresholds and MASH processes, Professional disputes and escalation, Legislation and learning from Serious Case Reviews.

Questions you will be able to answer
What are the responsibilities of my DSL role and how do I fulfil them?
What is the key safeguarding legislation?
What are the referral routes and what might my involvement be?
What are the safeguarding thresholds and MASH processes?
What is the difference between safeguarding and staff welfare?
What is the learning from Serious Case Reviews?

Who is it for?
You, if you Lead Safeguarding in a VCFSE organisation or group.

The training is for Designated Safeguarding Leads, Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads and Safeguarding Trustees from the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector only.

This may include colleagues from community groups, faith groups, housing, community development roles, sports development staff and disability specialists working in small or large organisations with children or adults at risk of abuse.

Accessibility: This event will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams and will include up to 17 participants, including the trainer. The session will use a PowerPoint presentation and provide opportunities for participation through discussion, breakout rooms, and the chat function. Use of a microphone and camera is required unless otherwise stated by the trainer.

Presentation slides and any accompanying resources will be shared after the event with attendees unless otherwise stated. A break will be provided.

If you would like further information about the session format or accessibility arrangements, please contact, Jacqui Wilkinson, [email protected] or 01473 345400 before the event. We will be happy to discuss any requirements and provide additional information, where appropriate and possible.