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Online Safeguarding training for schools.
- ✓ KCSiE & Ofsted-aligned
✓ Instant certificate on completion - ✓ DSL & DDSL courses available
- ✓ Bulk discounts for schools
- ✓ Track staff progress online
1-2 Hours to complete · Instant access · Free retakes · Auto renewal reminders
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Courses & Pricing
Online Safeguarding Courses For Schools
Whether you need whole-staff training, a dedicated DSL course, or both, we've got it covered. All courses are aligned with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) and can be completed entirely online, at any time, on any device.
For all school staff · Level 1 & 2
A CPD-accredited course covering safeguarding, online safety, and Prevent duty. Designed specifically for education staff at all levels - no prior knowledge required.
- ✓ Aligned with KCSiE and DfE statutory guidance
- ✓ Covers safeguarding, online safety, and Prevent
- ✓ Instant CPD-accredited certificate on completion
- ✓ 1 - 2 hours · complete once or across sessions
- ✓ Free retakes if needed
- ✓ Available 24/7 on any device
For DSL & DDSL · Level 3
An advanced, CPD-accredited online course for Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputy DSLs. Builds on the all-staff course with specialist DSL knowledge, processes, and responsibilities.
- ✓ Meets Level 3 DSL training requirements
- ✓ Covers referrals, allegations, LADO, multi-agency
- ✓ Aligned with KCSiE and DfE guidance
- ✓ 1 - 2 hours · complete once or across sessions
- ✓ Instant CPD-accredited certificate on completion
- ✓ Available 24/7 on any device
Annual Update · All Staff
Keep your school's safeguarding knowledge up to date. This refresher course covers key updates to KCSiE and statutory guidance, ideal for annual training renewals.
- ✓ Updated to reflect the latest KCSiE edition
- ✓ Covers legislative changes and emerging risks
- ✓ Shorter course · Designed for returning staff
- ✓ CPD certificate on completion
- ✓ Free retakes if needed
- ✓ Available 24/7 on any device
Looking for on-site training where we come to you?
Our trainers can travel anywhere in the UK and train your entire staff, face-to-face, in just one day.
Course Content
What Your School Staff Will Learn
Whether you need general-staff safeguarding training, a dedicated DSL course, or a refresher, we've got it covered. Our courses are developed by qualified safeguarding professionals and are aligned with the latest KCSiE and DfE statutory guidance.
You'll gain a clear understanding of what is expected of you and your organisation when it comes to keeping vulnerable individuals safe.
- Understanding your personal responsibility to report concerns
- Knowing the role and duties of a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- How to handle, process and accurately record safeguarding concerns
- Embedding a safeguarding culture across your organisation so everyone can fulfil their obligations
The course is aligned with the latest legal frameworks and government guidance, ensuring your practice is fully compliant. You'll learn about:
- Key legislation governing safeguarding in the UK
- The Department for Education's statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education and Working Together to Safeguard Children
- How to apply legal requirements to real-world situations in your specific sector
- Equivalent governing body requirements relevant to your organisation
A core part of safeguarding is being able to identify when a child or vulnerable adult may be at risk. In this section you'll explore:
- The different types of child abuse and what they look like in practice
- Signs and indicators of abuse, neglect and exploitation
- How to recognise concerns about a child's or vulnerable adult's wellbeing
- Reflecting on how your own values and attitudes can influence how you perceive and respond to abuse
Effective safeguarding rarely happens in isolation. This topic covers how to work confidently alongside other professionals and agencies:
- Collaborating effectively with statutory and non-statutory agencies
- Developing the teamwork and communication skills needed for a multi-disciplinary approach
- Understanding the importance of safe, accurate information sharing
- Maintaining effective communication channels that support a culture of safeguarding
Knowing what to do and doing it correctly is essential. This section equips you with the confidence to act decisively when it matters most:
- The steps to take if you suspect a child or vulnerable adult is being harmed
- How to report concerns appropriately and to the right people
- Maintaining a person-centred and child-centred focus throughout the process
- How to share safeguarding knowledge and guidance with other members of your team
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"Great training - detailed and practical and interactive."
Rachel K. - Equal Education
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"Very useful, nice and interactive. Enjoyed it."
Andrea A. - The Elms Practice
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"Very interesting, engaging and educational. Thank you."
Andrea A. - Bognor Medical Practice
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"Amazing presenter, got all the information our organisation needed in an afternoon. Very knowledgeable on all topics."
Aron T. - Equal Education
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"Excellent and interactive training, really enjoyed it!"
Malaikha I. - Waltham International College
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"Very informative, learnt lots of clear definitions and who to refer to. Diana was a great presenter."
Matt R. - The Elms Practice
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"Great to have this face to face, and for once not death by PowerPoint!"
Helen F. - Bognor Medical Practice
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"Enjoyable afternoon of training. Particularly enjoyed the interactive activities which brought the learning to life. Many thanks, Helen!"
Gemma T. - Equal Education
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"Enjoyed the training, very informative and interactive. A much needed refresher, especially the updates on changes in legislation and policies."
Lucy C. - Mind Tower Hamlets
Who It's For
Every Role in Your School,
Covered.
Our training courses aim to cover all phases and settings. Our safeguarding courses are relevant to primary, secondary, and SEND environments.
Common Questions
Everything You Need to Know
Need more information? Feel free to contact us, or include any additional information you require in your free quote.
The Safeguarding in Education course starts at £30+ VAT per person, with bulk discounts from 10 courses upwards, down to £21.00 per person for 100+ courses.
The DSL online course starts at £35 + VAT per person. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout. Contact us if you'd like to pay by invoice.
Yes. All courses are updated annually to reflect the current edition of Keeping Children Safe in Education and the DfE's other statutory guidance. The course content is developed by qualified safeguarding professionals with extensive experience in the education sector.
The online self-paced courses are available 24/7 on any device - there are no fixed dates or deadlines. Staff can start, pause, and resume at any point, and their progress is automatically saved.
The Safeguarding in Education course typically takes 1–2 hours to complete. Staff can work through it in one sitting or across multiple shorter sessions - there's no time limit and progress is always saved.
The Safeguarding in Education course (£30) covers the core safeguarding knowledge required of every member of school staff - it meets the Level 1 and 2 training requirements.
The DSL Training course (£35) is an advanced course for Designated Safeguarding Leads and deputies, building on the all-staff course with specialist DSL knowledge, including referrals, allegations, multi-agency working, and safeguarding leadership. KCSiE requires DSLs to complete both.
We also offer on-site and live virtual training delivered by an expert safeguarding trainer - ideal for INSET days or whole-staff sessions. This costs £525 + VAT for up to 25 people and is tailored to your school's specific context and phase. Find out more about on-site training →