Free Level 1 Understanding Safeguarding in Education and Childcare Settings Course in Darlington. Classes run at Triage Darlington, part-time during the day over 9 days. You'll build your knowledge of the legal responsibilities that come with working around children and learners, including how to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns. This understanding safeguarding in education and childcare settings qualification is relevant to a wide range of roles in schools, nurseries, and care settings.
Who this course is for
The purpose of this qualification is to give learners the knowledge and understanding of their legal responsibility to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and learners.
What you will learn
You'll understand your legal responsibility to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young learners.
You'll learn how to recognise signs that a child or learner may be at risk.
You'll understand the correct procedures for reporting and responding to safeguarding concerns.
You'll learn about the key legislation and guidance that underpins safeguarding practice in education and childcare.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of different professionals involved in safeguarding.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Triage Darlington. You'll be assessed through written assignments or knowledge-based tasks that demonstrate your understanding of safeguarding responsibilities. Assessment is based on the NCFE qualification requirements for this Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Triage Darlington will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Teaching assistant: support pupils in primary or secondary schools.
Nursery practitioner: work with young children in early years settings.
SEN teaching assistant: support children with additional learning needs.
Care assistant: provide care in residential or community settings.
Youth support worker: work with young people in community programmes.
Support worker: assist vulnerable adults or children in care settings.
Adult educator: teach or support adult learners in education settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People: a natural next step that deepens your safeguarding knowledge for more responsible roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning: broadens your skills for classroom-based roles.
Level 3 Early Years Educator Diploma: the qualification recognised in statutory staffing ratios for nursery work, if you want to progress toward a senior childcare role.
