What makes this session different?

Builds clarity on goals and mindset to start personal growth effectively.

What if I’m unsure this is right for me?

Perfect if you want a clear starting point for self-improvement.

What results can I expect?

Expect to identify practical steps to gain confidence and direction in life.

How do I know this will work for me?

The tool we use in the session ensures strategies fit your specific needs and goals.

Designated Safeguarding Lead Training

Practical safeguarding training designed to help Designated Safeguarding Leads lead safeguarding with confidence.

★★★★★ Life Coaching Services

2 hr

£85

Live Session

Professionals

Designated Safeguarding Lead Training

Effective Designated Safeguarding Lead training should do more than explain statutory responsibilities. It should equip DSLs with the confidence, knowledge and professional judgement needed to lead safeguarding effectively.

Safeguarding In Practice is a live, interactive safeguarding training course designed for Alternative Provisions, specialist education settings and organisations supporting vulnerable children and young people. Although suitable for all safeguarding professionals, this session is particularly valuable for Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputy DSLs responsible for leading safeguarding within their organisation.

Why Choose Safeguarding In Practice?

Designated Safeguarding Leads have significant responsibility for protecting children and young people. Safeguarding In Practice is a practical Designated Safeguarding Lead training course designed to strengthen confidence, leadership and professional judgement.

Delivered live by Strategic Safeguarding Manager Ross Thompson, this interactive Designated Safeguarding Lead training combines current statutory safeguarding guidance with more than 17 years of frontline experience, helping DSLs confidently manage safeguarding concerns and lead effective safeguarding practice.

This Designated Safeguarding Lead training covers:

• Statutory safeguarding responsibilities

• Attendance and vulnerability

• Contextual safeguarding

• Child exploitation

• Online safety, AI and deepfakes

• Prevent and radicalisation

• Suicide ideation and safety planning

• Professional curiosity and early intervention

You'll leave with greater confidence, practical strategies and a clearer understanding of how to lead safeguarding effectively.

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What You'll Learn

Develop knowledge, leadership and confidence to:

Lead safeguarding confidently.
Strengthen decision-making.
Apply safeguarding practice.

Who Should Attend?

For professionals with strategic safeguarding responsibilities:

Designated Safeguarding Leads.
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads.
Senior Leaders.

Ross Thompson offers life coaching services for young people, adults, parents and professionals.

About Ross Thompson

Ross Thompson is a Strategic Safeguarding Manager and Resilience & Mindset Life Coach with more than 17 years' experience supporting children, young people, families and education professionals.

Having led safeguarding across mainstream education, Alternative Provision and specialist settings, Ross brings extensive frontline experience to every session. His practical approach helps Designated Safeguarding Leads strengthen leadership, improve safeguarding practice and make confident safeguarding decisions.

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How To Join

1

Choose your preferred session date and time.

2

Join your live online safeguarding training session.

3

Leave with practical knowledge and greater confidence.

Invest In Designated Safeguarding Lead Training

2-Hour Live Online Training: £85

Spaces on each session are limited.

Need multiple places?

Contact Ross to discuss group bookings and private organisational training.

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Additional Safeguarding Support

1:1 Safeguarding Supervision

Professional safeguarding supervision tailored for Designated Safeguarding Leads, safeguarding professionals and education leaders.

Group Safeguarding Supervision

Collaborative safeguarding supervision designed to strengthen decision-making, reflection and safeguarding practice.

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Governors Safeguarding Training

Practical safeguarding training helping governors understand their safeguarding responsibilities and provide effective strategic oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Designated Safeguarding Lead training suitable for new DSLs?

Yes – Safeguarding In Practice is suitable for both new and experienced Designated Safeguarding Leads, providing practical knowledge that can be applied immediately.

Is the training delivered online?

Yes. The session is delivered live online, giving delegates the opportunity to ask questions, participate in discussions and receive a CPD certificate.

Does this training meet the needs of experienced DSLs?

Yes – the course explores contemporary safeguarding issues, professional curiosity and practical decision-making, making it valuable as ongoing CPD.

Can our organisation book a private session?

Yes – Safeguarding In Practice can be delivered privately for schools, Alternative Provisions, specialist settings and organisations supporting vulnerable children and young people.

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Lead Safeguarding With Confidence

Develop the confidence, leadership and practical safeguarding knowledge needed to fulfil your role as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.