Safeguarding Children Level 2

This active support course is ideal for all support workers within learning disability settings.

Course Length. 7 hours

Introduction

This Safeguarding Children Level 2 course is designed to build on your existing knowledge and equip you with the skills and confidence to effectively protect children and young people in your care. Aimed at those who have regular contact with children, the course explores how to recognise the signs of abuse and neglect, understand your legal and professional responsibilities, and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns. You will develop a deeper understanding of multi-agency working, information sharing, and the importance of early intervention, ensuring that you play a proactive role in keeping children safe and promoting their wellbeing.

Course Contents

What is safeguarding?
Different types of abuse
Recognising possible signs of abuse / child welfare concerns
Managing allegations and disclosures
Missing from care
Deprivation of liberty
Working together to safeguard children 2026 awareness
Professionals involved in safeguarding investigations
What Ofsted, CQC and CIW say about safeguarding and protecting children
Local authority safeguarding protocols
Reporting and recording of safeguarding incidents

Course Outcomes

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD accredited certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.