Training and development programme 2023 - 2024
Safeguarding: New governor induction module 7
Friday 23 February 2024 10:00 to 11:30 virtual
Repeated on:
Monday 13 May 2024 18:00 to 19:30 virtual
Governing bodies are required to ensure that schools work to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare. They need to consider child protection procedures alongside strategies to reduce the risk of harm. This session examines:
- The principles of safeguarding children and young people (and 18+ learners)
- The legal responsibilities of governors
- The DfE expectations of governing bodies
- Which pupils are at greatest risk and why
- Risk outside of the home - including online safety and contextual risks
- Safe professional practice
- How will you know that it's happening?
Target audience: Governors who have undertaken no previous safeguarding or child protection training