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Designated Safeguarding Lead at QLS Level 5
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FREE: 1 QLS Endorsed Certificate & 4 CPD Accredited Certificates included | Free Retake Exam | Lifetime Access

Summary

Price
£100 inc VAT
Or £33.33/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Online
Duration
370 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • CPD Accredited e-Certificate - Free
  • CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate - Free
  • QLS Endorsed Certificate - Free
Assessment details
  • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

[Updated 2025]

Unlock the key to safeguarding our society's most vulnerable. Dive deep into the intricate world of safeguarding with our Designated Safeguarding Lead at QLS Level 5. This comprehensive course, split into two pivotal sections, offers a profound understanding of both vulnerable adults and children's protection. From understanding abuse and neglect to mastering the art of effective communication in care, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to make a tangible difference.

With a strong emphasis on real-world application, you'll learn how to respond to disclosures, assess risks, and maintain impeccable record keeping, ensuring you are always at the forefront of safeguarding best practices.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the fundamentals of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
  • Grasp key safeguarding legislations and guidance.
  • Identify and respond to various forms of abuse.
  • Master the process of disclosure and reporting.
  • Evaluate risks and conduct thorough risk assessments.
  • Implement effective record-keeping strategies.
  • Appreciate the role of communication in safeguarding.

Key Features

  • FREE QLS-endorsed certificate
  • 4 Free CPD Accredited Courses with Free e-Certificates
  • CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificates
  • Fully online, interactive courses
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance
  • Discounts on bulk purchases

Free Courses

  1. Learning Disability: Legal Framework, Opportunities and Safeguarding
  2. Designated Safeguarding Lead - Essential Skills
  3. First Aid
  4. Personal Development Skills

Achievement

Certificates

Assessment details

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

What Will You Learn from This Course?

Embark on a transformative journey into the realm of safeguarding. This course provides a comprehensive insight into protecting the vulnerable, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a real difference.

Course Curriculum

- Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults -

  • Module 01: An Introduction to Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
    Dive into the basics of adult safeguarding and its significance.
  • Module 02: Safeguarding Legislations
    Explore the laws that underpin adult protection.
  • Module 03: Understanding Abuse and Neglect
    Learn about different forms of abuse and how to spot them.
  • Module 04: Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy, Roles and Responsibilities
    Understand the policies in place and your role in safeguarding.
  • Module 05: Understanding the Importance of Communication in Care
    Discover how effective communication aids in protection.
  • Module 06: Sharing Information and Responding To a Disclosure
    Master the art of handling sensitive information and disclosures.
  • Module 07: Reporting Your Concern
    Learn the right way to report and escalate concerns.

- Safeguarding Children -

  • Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding
    Grasp the essentials of child protection.
  • Module 02: Laws and Guidance
    Delve into the legal framework safeguarding children.
  • Module 03: Child Abuse
    Understand the various forms of child abuse.
  • Module 04: Child Sexual Exploitation
    Learn about this grave concern and ways to combat it.
  • Module 05: Responding to Disclosure and Reporting
    Know how to act when a child confides in you.
  • Module 06: Risks and Risk Assessment
    Assess potential threats and learn to mitigate them.
  • Module 07: Things to Do after Referral
    Understand the steps post-referral to ensure safety.
  • Module 08: Record Keeping
    Grasp the importance of meticulous record maintenance.

Certificate

Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a CPD Accredited PDF certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99).

After successfully completing the assignment, learners will be able to order a FREE QLS-endorsed certificate.

Who is this course for?

  • Care home staff and managers.
  • School teachers and teaching assistants.
  • Social workers and counsellors.
  • Health professionals in hospitals and clinics.
  • Youth workers and community leaders.
  • Foster and adoptive parents.
  • Childcare providers and nursery staff.
  • Sports coaches and club leaders.

Requirements

No formal requirements are needed to enrol in this course.

Career path

  • Safeguarding Lead in educational settings.
  • Safeguarding Officer in healthcare institutions.
  • Child Welfare Officer.
  • Adult Protection Coordinator.
  • Safeguarding Consultant for organisations.
  • Child and Adult Support Worker.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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