Safeguarding Children and Adults Course

Creating a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults is essential for any organisation in education, healthcare, social care, or community support. Our Safeguarding Children & Adults course in Manchester equips professionals and volunteers with the skills to effectively recognise, respond to, and report safeguarding concerns.

This course is designed for teachers, social workers, healthcare professionals, childcare providers, and anyone responsible for the well-being of children or vulnerable adults. With expert-led training, participants will gain a deeper understanding of safeguarding laws, best practices, and how to take action when necessary.

Why Choose Our Safeguarding Children & Adults Course?

Every organisation working with children or vulnerable adults has a duty of care to protect them from harm. This course ensures you are prepared to:

Recognise Signs of Abuse & Neglect: Identify indicators of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Understand Legal Responsibilities: Gain a comprehensive overview of UK safeguarding laws, including the Children Act and Care Act.

Report & Record Concerns Correctly: Learn how to handle disclosures, maintain confidentiality, and escalate concerns appropriately.

Create Safer Environments: Develop strategies to protect children and adults in care settings, schools, and workplaces.

Respond Confidently to Safeguarding Incidents: Understand the steps to take when safeguarding concerns arise.

This training is essential for individuals in professional or voluntary roles where safeguarding is a legal or moral obligation.

What Does the Safeguarding Children & Adults Course Cover?

Our comprehensive safeguarding training covers key topics to ensure participants are fully equipped to protect vulnerable individuals. The course includes:

Understanding Safeguarding & Protection

Learn what safeguarding means and why it is crucial in various settings.

Recognising Signs of Abuse & Neglect

Understand different types of abuse and how they present in children and adults.

Legislation & Duty of Care

Gain knowledge of UK safeguarding laws, including Working Together to Safeguard Children and the Care Act 2014.

Handling Disclosures & Reporting Procedures

Learn how to respond appropriately when a child or vulnerable adult discloses abuse.

Creating a Culture of Safeguarding

Develop best practices for a safe and protective environment in your organisation.

Practical Case Studies & Scenarios

Apply learning through real-world safeguarding situations and role-playing exercises.

Who Should Attend the Safeguarding Children & Adults Course?

This course is ideal for professionals and volunteers working with children or vulnerable adults, including:

• Teachers & School Staff: Ensure student safety in educational settings.
• Healthcare Workers & Social Workers: Recognise safeguarding concerns in hospitals, clinics, and social care environments.
• Nursery & Childcare Providers: Understand your responsibilities in protecting young children.
• Sports Coaches & Youth Workers: Learn safeguarding best practices in extracurricular activities.
• Care Home & Support Staff: Protect vulnerable adults in residential or care settings.

Benefits of Our Safeguarding Children & Adults Training

• Nationally Recognised Certification: Receive a Safeguarding Children & Adults certificate, valid for three years.
• Expert-Led Training: Learn from experienced safeguarding professionals with real-world knowledge.
• Practical & Interactive Learning: Engage in role-playing exercises, case studies, and real-life safeguarding scenarios.
• Flexible Training Options: Attend in Manchester or arrange on-site group training for your organisation.