Intro to Safeguarding

Intro to Safeguarding and Promoting the Well-being of Children

Intro to Safeguarding
  • Focuses on risk identification and timely action.
  • Outlines key duties and applied methods in safeguarding and child protection.
  • Maintains stable learning environments.
  • Follows MOE, KHDA, SPEK, and ADEK compliance requirements.
  • Reflects current UAE legislation.
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What you'll learn

  • Explain the meaning of safeguarding and child protection.
  • Identify different types of abuse and early-warning signs.
  • Understand key legislation and legal responsibilities.
  • Perform daily safeguarding checks in learning environments.
  • Respond correctly when a child discloses information.
  • Maintain professional boundaries and follow safe working practices.
  • Record and report safeguarding concerns accurately.
  • Follow setting-specific safeguarding procedures with confidence.

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There is/are 7 module(s) in this course

Module 1: Introduction to Safeguarding

Lesson 1.1: What Safeguarding Means

  • Definition and purpose
  • Safeguarding vs child protection
  • Why safeguarding is every educator’s responsibility

Lesson 1.2: Well-being and Development

  • How safety impacts learning and behaviour
  • Understanding emotional needs
  • Creating safe, supportive environments

Lesson 1.3: Key Safeguarding Terminology

  • Harm
  • Risk
  • Disclosure
  • Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL/DSO)

Module 2: Child Protection Essentials

Lesson 2.1: Types of Abuse

  • Physical
  • Emotional
  • Sexual
  • Domestic abuse
  • Neglect

Lesson 2.2: Recognising Early Warning Signs

  • Behavioural indicators
  • Physical signs
  • How children may express distress

Lesson 2.3: Vulnerable Groups

  • Children with SEND
  • Children facing domestic conflict
  • Cultural or language barriers

Lesson 2.4: Legislation and Frameworks

  • Children’s Act
  • Education Act
  • Working Together to Safeguard Children
  • Mandatory reporting responsibilities

Module 3: Practical Safeguarding in the Learning Environment

Lesson 3.1: The 10-Second Daily Check

  • Using classroom entry as a well-being assessment
  • Spotting signs of poor hygiene, tiredness, fear, or withdrawal

Lesson 3.2: Creating a Safe Classroom Culture

  • Anti-bullying strategies
  • Positive behaviour management
  • Emotional literacy and PSHE

Lesson 3.3: Risk Assessment

  • Identifying hazards
  • Setting routines for safety
  • Planning individual care needs

Lesson 3.4: E Safety

  • Online risks
  • Safe device usage
  • Supervising digital activity

Module 4: Handling Disclosures Safely

Lesson 4.1: Understanding Disclosure

  • Why children may disclose
  • Barriers to disclosure
  • Types of disclosure (direct, indirect, behavioural)

Lesson 4.2: The Snack Time Protocol

  • Observing
  • Listening
  • Asking open questions
  • Staying calm

Lesson 4.3: Recording Evidence

  • Verbatim recording
  • Time and date logging
  • Storing information securely

Lesson 4.4: Reporting Procedure

  • What to do
  • Who to contact
  • What NOT to do (no interviewing, no contacting parents)

Module 5: Safe Professional Practice

Lesson 5.1: Professional Boundaries

  • Personal contact details
  • Gifts
  • Favouritism
  • One-to-one interactions

Lesson 5.2: Safe Physical Contact

  • Allowed vs not allowed
  • Reporting inappropriate touch
  • Supporting children who need physical help

Lesson 5.3: Appearance and Behaviour

  • Dress code
  • Conduct around children
  • Social media rules

Lesson 5.4: Working With Colleagues

  • Reporting concerns
  • Escalating unsafe behaviour
  • Whistleblowing protection

Module 6: Reporting and Following Procedures

Lesson 6.1: Your Role in Reporting

  • Why timely reporting matters
  • What happens after you report

Lesson 6.2: Recording Systems

  • Paper-based systems
  • Digital safeguarding logs
  • Accuracy and confidentiality

Lesson 6.3: Working With the Safeguarding Lead

  • What DSLs do
  • How they support you

Lesson 6.4: External Agencies

  • When and why cases escalate
  • Social services
  • Police
  • Multi-agency teams

Module 7: Joining a New Setting

Lesson 7.1: Essential Documents

  • Safeguarding policy
  • Child protection procedures

Lesson 7.2: Key People

  • DSO/DSL
  • Senior leadership roles

Lesson 7.3: What You Must Know on Day One

  • How to report a concern
  • Where forms are kept
  • Incident flowchart
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