Trainer-led session for experienced DSLs and Deputy DSLs who have completed 'New to Role' safeguarding training. Interactive and practical.
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Description
DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD (DSL) - Statutory 2 YEARLY UPDATE
Advanced Training: fully compliant with the criteria as laid out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) and as described in the previous level 3 DSL training level system.
This in-depth course is designed for DSLs, Deputy DSLs, and those who have previously completed DSL New to Role safeguarding training.
As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or Deputy, you hold the lead responsibility for safeguarding children within your school — providing guidance and support to staff, pupils, families, and external agencies. The latest KCSiE guidance states that “you are most likely to have a complete safeguarding picture and be the most appropriate person to advise on the response to safeguarding concerns.”
To fulfil this critical role, your safeguarding knowledge must not only be in-depth but continuously updated. KCSiE requires DSLs and their deputies to complete comprehensive training every two years to ensure they maintain the skills, awareness, and confidence needed to meet statutory responsibilities and respond effectively to an evolving safeguarding landscape.
Our advanced, interactive training is developed by our NSPCC Approved Trainer and delivered by Award in Education and Training (AET) qualified trainers, specifically to refresh and strengthen the knowledge of DSLs and Deputy DSLs. The course covers the full breadth of your responsibilities, with detailed updates on current legislation, best practice guidance, and their practical implications for your setting.
The session includes embedded videos and scenario-based workshops to support real-world application. It also offers dedicated time for reflection, allowing you to review your own school’s policies, procedures, and provision, engage in peer discussion, and stay informed about the latest risks and safeguarding challenges.
Whether you're leading safeguarding in a school, early years setting, or multi-academy trust, this course ensures you're well equipped to create and maintain a culture of vigilance, accountability, and child-centred practice.
Content
Revisit, review, explore and develop your expertise in these areas
- The role and statutory responsibilities of the DSL and Deputy DSL in line with KCSiE
- Recent updates in safeguarding legislation and best practice guidance in England
- Latest risks and emerging safeguarding challenges, including online safety, child sexual abuse, exploitation, and contextual safeguarding
- Safeguarding culture across your setting and supporting colleagues in responding to concerns effectively
- Your setting’s safeguarding policies, procedures, and provision, including filtering and monitoring systems
- Multi-agency working, including making referrals, early help processes, and engaging with external professionals
- Managing allegations and low-level concerns about adults within the school community
- Effective information sharing and importance of maintaining detailed, accurate safeguarding records
- Reflective practice as a safeguarding leader and its role in ongoing development
Following the training delegates will be required to complete an Online Training Assessment to demonstrate their understanding of their role and responsibilities.
Those successfully achieving an 80% pass rate will receive
- Certificate of Participation
- Information Booklet signposting to the latest guidance, additional training
- PDF overview of the standard course slides
Safeguarding Simplified
Prerequisites
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All participants attending this course, must have completed DSL New to Role or appropriate statutory training, in line with KCSiE within the past two years.
In addition, it is expected that, as an experienced DSL, you will have read and have a good understanding of the latest version of the following guidance
- Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Working Together to Safeguard Children
- Statutory Framework for Early Years (if applicable)
Who should attend this course?
Who should attend this course?
This course is aimed at:
- Experienced DSLs and deputy DSLs
- Experienced members of the safeguarding team
- Experienced senior leadership team members, with responsibility for safeguarding
- Experienced Nominated Safeguarding Governors and Trust Safeguarding Leads
- Other experienced safeguarding practitioners wanting to refresh their understanding of the importance of the role and responsibilities of the DSL role in education.
