Designated Safeguarding Lead Part 1 of 2: Roles and Responsibilities

*PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, WE HAVE POSTPONED THE EVENT BELOW. DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD PARTS 1 & 2 PART 1 - ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (DSL1) This course is aimed at new DSLs and forms the first stage of a 2 part programme; focusing on the specific ROLES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF DSLS IN SCHOOLS. Participants need to complete both Part 1 and Part 2. Participants who have already completed this course should refresh their training every 2 years by attending an appropriate DSL Update course. (see DSL Update on page 11 for further information). AIM: To enable delegates to become familiar with the ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD AND TO DEVELOP COMPETENCE AND CONFIDENCE IN CARRYING OUT THIS ROLE. Objectives: By the end of the course participants will:  Understand the key legislation and guidance that informs their role and relates to their RESPONSIBILITIES AS DSL.  Understand their RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES WITH REGARD TO PARTNERSHIP WORKING WITH OTHER AGENCIES AND LEADING SAFEGUARDING PRACTICE WITHIN THE SCHOOL.  Understand the correct procedures to follow in relation to record keeping, information sharing and working in partnership to keep children and young people safe. TARGET AUDIENCE: This is the first part of the course for DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD WITH RESPONSIBILITY FOR CHILD PROTECTION. DSL Part 2 must also be completed. Course Pre-requisite: delegates must hold a current certificate for the Introduction to Safeguarding training (see above). COST: £100 per delegate. (Invoices will be sent to schools following the event) free for Nottingham City Maintained Schools _Please notify us of all cancellations in advance- less than 28 days' notice or non-attendance may result in cancellation fees being applicable, unless there is an unannounced ofsted inspection in the delegate's school._