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Our training gives professionals the knowledge and insight they need to understand the causes and signs of child sexual abuse, and how to prevent and respond to it.
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Delivered by experts, our training can be delivered to organisations and individuals. It ranges from a general understanding to advanced training in child protection and safeguarding, risk management, sexual offending, and child sexual abuse and exploitation. Please email our training team or call 01527 591 922 option 2 to discuss:

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Training for professionals working with adults

Understanding men who sexually abuse children

Date: Multiple Training Dates Available

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Holly Burgin

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Understanding and preventing online child sexual abuse

Date: 16 & 17 September 2024

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Vicki Wynn

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Understanding and assessing the protective carer in the context of child sexual abuse

Date: Multiple Training Dates Available

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Holly Burgin & Jenny Rogers

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Preventing sexual harm: assessing risk and decision-making in family contexts

Date: for upcoming course dates please email our training team.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: TBC

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Women who sexually abuse children - an introductory course

Date: For Upcoming Course Dates Please Email Our Training Team.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Dr Alexandra Bailey

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Assessing women who sexually offend

Date: for upcoming course dates please email our training team.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £275 +VAT / person

Trainer: Dr Alexandra Bailey

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Training for professionals working with children, young people and families

Working with children who display harmful sexual behaviour (12 years and under)

Date: 9 & 10 September 2024

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Collette Kalsi

Course details and booking

Promoting positive pathways for young people who have exhibited harmful sexual behaviour (13 years and over)

Date: 13 & 14 May 2024

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Vicki Wynn

Course details and booking

Caring for children who display harmful sexual behaviour: a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach (for foster and residential carers)

Date: 13 & 14 June 2024

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Rachel Haynes

Course details and booking

Promoting positive pathways for autistic children who exhibit harmful sexual behaviour

Date: For Upcoming Course Dates Please Email Our Training Team.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Beth Loader

Course details and booking

Working with families affected by sibling sexual abuse: a roadmap for safeguarding

Date: 22 & 23 July 2024 

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Rachel Haynes

Course details and booking


Safer recruitment training

Safer recruitment in educational settings

Date: 18 & 19 June 2024

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: Anne-Louise Pemberton

Course details and booking

Safer recruitment training for wider children's workforce 

Date: for upcoming course dates please email our training team.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £190 +VAT / person

Trainer: TBC

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Safer recruitment - Train the trainer

Date: multiple training dates available.

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £1,575 +VAT / person

Trainer: TBC

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Safer recruitment - Train the trainer - face-to-face (Open course)

Date: 24 & 25 June 2024 

Delivery format: face-to-face

Cost: £1,575 +VAT / person

Trainer: Carolyn Eyre

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Webinars for professionals

Manga, Anime, and Hentai and the link to illegal content

For further information please contact training

Delivery format: Online/Zoom

Cost: £40 +VAT / person

Trainer: Antonia Morris

Course details and booking

Understanding men who sexually abuse children

Dates: 18 & 19 June 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm) |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Holly Burgin

Dates: 13 & 15 November 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm) |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Holly Burgin

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training will be of interest to all child and public protection professionals, including those in a role that involves the assessment or treatment of men who have sexually abused children, in particular. It will also be of benefit to those working with child survivors of sexual abuse or other family members, including Guardians ad Litem, private therapists and counsellors, health workers, housing workers, community and faith groups, prison staff, police and probation officers, and social workers. 

How will it help?

This training course provides the knowledge and insight required to understand the causes and manifestations of child sexual abuse, incorporating perspectives on sexual abuse in the family as well as the impact of the internet. Using accessible theoretical frameworks, the course explores the motives of men who sexually abuse children and the psychological processes at play. 

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Learning outcomes

Feedback

“I’ll be more open minded and curious about ways in which I can work more effectively with men with sexually harmful behaviours.” 

“The trainer was full of knowledge and communicated really well. This level of training was really well pitched for our organisational need. Looking forward to building upon it.” 

“The presentation was clear and well organised. The trainer was very knowledgeable and has an easy-to-approach manner. Great to hear the trainer sharing their thoughts.” 

“I think some people are very sensitive to this topic so the more we talk about it as professionals the less fear is had in speaking openly and confidently about it. To remove the fear brings back power to the victims and those who support them.”

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Understanding and preventing online child sexual abuse

Dates: 16 & 17 September 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Vicki Wynn

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training will be of interest to all child and public protection professionals, including those in a role that involves the assessment or treatment of men who have sexually abused children, in particular. It will also be of benefit to those working with child survivors of sexual abuse or other family members, including Guardians ad Litem, private therapists and counsellors, health workers, housing workers, community and faith groups, prison staff, police and probation officers, and social workers. 

How will it help?

This training course provides the knowledge and insight required to understand the complexity of online child sexual abuse. Using accessible theoretical frameworks specifically in relation to people’s use of the internet, the course explores the motives of men who sexually abuse children online, the range of offences committed online and the relationship between online and ‘contact’ sexual offending, including the risk of cross-over and escalation. 

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Learning outcomes

Feedback

“I felt the training was delivered in an effective, succinct and informative way. I think it struck the right balance of discussion and presentation... I would also like to add that the trainer I thought was exceptional. A difficult topic but delivered with enthusiasm and really engaging. I almost wish it was longer (and I never say that!).” 

“It increased confidence in the topic area. Also offered more insight into alternative aspects of care that may be needed for the alleged offender or those around them.” 

“Very informative. Great presentation. Lots of opportunity for discussion.” 

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Understanding and assessing the protective carer in the context of child sexual abuse

Date: 6 & 7 March 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Holly Burgin

Date: 9 & 10 October 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Holly Burgin

Date: 18 & 19 February 2025 (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Jenny Rogers

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training will be of interest to all child and public protection professionals, especially those working to protect children from sexual harm in family settings. It will also be of benefit to Guardians ad Litem, private therapists and counsellors, health workers, and community and faith groups. 

How will it help?

This training course provides the awareness and insight required to understand the experience of non-offending partners, and other adult family members, and to assess their protective capacities. Using accessible theoretical models, the course explores the process of child sexual abuse, and the different typologies of those who abuse, in order to explore the challenges faced by non-offending partners and carers. Information and frameworks to structure assessments of adult family members’ protective qualities are explored through the use of case studies. 

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Learning outcomes

Feedback

“This is an area that is really complex, so breaking it down to look at this in detail is very helpful.” 

“Useful to understand some of up to date research / studies regarding assessing protective capacity.” 

“Enhances knowledge and understanding of both offender behaviour and needs of the non-offending partner. The amount of research provided was fantastic.” 

“The trainer was clear, friendly and encouraging without putting anyone on the spot. A good mix of slides and break-out rooms.” 

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Preventing sexual harm: assessing risk and decision-making in family contexts

For upcoming course dates please call us on 01527 591922 option 2 for training or email us at training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.

Please note, we are only able to deliver this course inhouse. Should your organisation wish to attend this course, please contact us for further details and dates. 

Who is this training for?

This training is aimed at those working in child protection to protect children from sexual harm, and social workers, in particular. 

How will it help?

This training equips participants to assess the risk of sexual harm to children in family contexts as well as the protective abilities of other adult family members. The training will help to ensure that participants are able to make defensible, evidence-based decisions in relation to family contact.

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Learning outcomes

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“I feel we will be in a better position to complete risk assessment & be confident in this.”

“Strengthened assessment relying on evidence-based criteria.”

“It was very informative and insightful.”

“Able to use & put into everyday practice.”

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Women who sexually abuse children - an introductory course

For upcoming course dates please call us on 01527 591922 option 2 for training or email us at training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.

Who is this training for?

This training will be of interest to all child and public protection professionals, including those in a role that involves the assessment or treatment of women who have sexually abused children, in particular. It will also be of benefit to any professionals who wish to gain further knowledge about women who sexually abuse children, including private therapists and counsellors, health workers, housing workers, community and faith groups, prison staff, police and probation officers, and social workers.

How will it help?

This training course provides the knowledge and insight into women who sexually abuse children, exploring the nature of abuse, the motives of the women and issues to be considered when working with this particular client group.

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Learning outcomes

Feedback

“[I will] assess women differently with new knowledge.”

“Women aren’t talked about very often so nice to have a specific input.”

“Offers interesting insight into a subject that is often overlooked.”

“Understanding the differences between genders & how to risk assess them.”

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Assessing women who sexually offend

Using the Assessment Framework for Female Sexual Abusers V2 (AFFSA 2)

For upcoming course dates please call us on 01527 591922 option 2 for training or email us at training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.

Who is this training for?

This training will be of interest to all child and public protection professionals, including those in a role that involves the assessment or treatment of women who have sexually abused children, in particular.

How will it help?

This training course focuses on the Assessment Framework for Female Sexual Abusers V2 (AFFSA 2), a case formulation tool to aid in the assessment of women who have sexually abused. The training course provides participants with the knowledge needed to understand and apply the tool within their clinical practice.

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Working with families affected by sibling sexual abuse: a roadmap for safeguarding

Date: 22 & 23 July 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm) |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Rachel Haynes

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training day has been developed for safeguarding professionals and those who work directly with children and families affected by sibling sexual abuse. 

How will it help?

Sibling sexual abuse is the most common form of intrafamilial sexual harm in the UK, but recognising and responding to this issue brings many challenges for childcare professionals. Working with families where a child has sexually abused another sibling often involves supporting family members in crises, who are experiencing overwhelming shame. The complexity of sibling sexual abuse can often lead to confused and confusing responses by the team around the children, with professionals often under or overestimating the seriousness of the abuse.

This training will provide a ‘road map’ for those supporting families that is collaborative and tackles concerns in proportionate, child-centred and evidence-based ways, promoting safety and healing for everyone in the family when it is most needed. 

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Learning outcomes

Feedback

“More consideration to safety planning. Spend time reading research and recommended reading. Feel more confident advising staff.”

“Feeling more confident to support families - a more realistic approach. Also, safety planning framework and sibsex abuse continuum.”

“The breakdown of the safety plan has been very helpful and understanding the importance and ways to bring families together.”

“I gained a better insight into child abuse and the tools for assessment.”

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Caring for children who display harmful sexual behaviour: a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach (for foster and residential carers)

Date: 13 & 14 June 2024 (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Rachel Haynes

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training day has been developed specifically for foster carers and residential care staff who care for children who are displaying harmful sexual behaviours (HSB). 

How will it help?

Foster carers and residential care staff are in a unique caring position for many children and young people who have experienced trauma and display emotionally reactive behaviours. These behaviours can often be displayed or interpreted as ‘sexual behaviour’ or harmful sexual behaviour. Foster carers and residential staff can feel overwhelmed and alone when managing children’s complex needs and responding to sexual behaviours. This can risk the placement breaking down.   

This training will provide an understanding of the role of trauma, attachment and shame within harmful sexual behaviour; support foster carers and residential staff to identify harmful sexual behaviour and intervene in a proportionate, child-centred and evidence-based way; promote safety for children and carers and reduce the risk of placement breakdown.  

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Feedback

“I feel this is such an important topic when you have children and work with children. To understand children's sexual health and how this changes as they grow, how to help children understand their bodies and feel positive towards their own sexual health.”

“I learnt new information that I knew nothing about. I think he (the trainer) had an immense amount to cover and did it really well.”

“A good understanding of why and where the behaviour comes from.”

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Working with children who display harmful sexual behaviour (12 years and under)

Dates: 9 & 10 September 2024   (10:00am - 1:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Collette Kalsi

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This training has been developed for safeguarding professionals and those who work directly with children who display harmful sexual behaviour (HSB). This training is specifically related to pre-adolescent children.

How will it help?

Supporting families where a child has displayed sexual behaviour can bring about many challenges and anxieties for professionals. This training supports attendees to develop confidence in identifying HSB displayed by children and understanding the possible causes and functions of sexual behaviours. We consider the wider context of the child, including the impact of adverse childhood experiences and trauma and how this can impact behaviour. Appropriate responses to support the child and their family are explored.

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Promoting positive pathways for young people who exhibited harmful sexual behaviour (13 years and over)

Dates: 13 & 14 May 2024  (10:00am - 1:00pm) |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Vicki Wynn

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

Our training is suitable for those with no previous knowledge or experience in this area as well as more experienced professionals. It will be of benefit to social workers, police, therapists, education and health professionals, carers, and anyone involved in the care and support of young people and families. We can also deliver more specialist and in-depth training which covers assessment, intervention, case management and caring for children with harmful sexual behaviours.

How will it help?

Our tailor-made training sessions help participants gain the skills to recognise the continuum of sexual behaviour in children and young people. Participants learn how to distinguish between age-expected behaviours and those which raise concern. They are provided with the tools to respond appropriately to young people who exhibit harmful behaviours.

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Feedback

“Fantastic link between theory & practice/intervention.”

“Trauma effects video was very interesting. Just being able to discuss it in a confidential environment without judgements was great and I have a better understanding of the effects.”

“Raised awareness on the impact physically and psychologically on victims ... Loved the recovery pyramid and the video. I plan to share this within my organisation.”

“It provided a good overview, with plenty of thought about why as well as practical ideas for supporting young people.”

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Promoting positive pathways for autistic children who exhibit harmful sexual behaviour

Date: 31 January & 1 February 2024 (1:00pm - 4:00pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Beth Loader

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

Our training is suitable for those with no previous knowledge or experience in this area as well as more experienced professionals. It will be of benefit to social workers, police, therapists, education and health professionals, carers, and anyone involved in the care and support of young people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. Attendees would require some background knowledge of ASD and its influence on development.

How will it help?

Our tailor-made training sessions help participants gain the skills to recognise the continuum of sexual behaviour in children and young people. Participants learn how to distinguish between developmentally expected behaviours and those which raise concerns in children with ASD. They are provided with the tools to respond appropriately to young people with ASD who exhibit harmful behaviours.

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Feedback

“Really practical. Too many courses are not practical. Also, reactive, changed training because a question was asked the day before.”

“Resources shared were really helpful. I have attended several similar training sessions and I found I was able to gain more knowledge and understand of HSB than some other providers so thank you!”

“I enjoyed using the interactive app to gauge other people’s opinions on the subject as well as sharing my own. The trainer was very good at providing examples that were relevant to our cohort of pupils in school and gave some great examples of how the behaviours can be addressed.”

“Be able to work more confidently and effectively with our safeguarding team to manage safeguarding concerns and support teachers with issues relating to HSB especially for our students with autism and other additional needs.”

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Safer recruitment in educational settings

Date: 18 & 19 June 2024 (1:00pm - 4:30pm) | Format: Online/Zoom | Trainer: Anne-Louise Pemberton

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This course gives participants the information and understanding they need to recruit safely and comply with relevant statutory guidance. It is suitable for head teachers, safeguarding staff, school governors and all others in the education sector who are involved in staff selection. 

How will it help?

Participants gain the skills they need to ensure that safeguarding is at the heart of their recruitment decisions. 

Course content

Learning outcomes

Feedback

“I’ll be more open minded and curious about ways in which I can work more effectively with men with sexually harmful behaviours.”

“The trainer was full of knowledge and communicated really well. This level of training was really well pitched for our organisational need. Looking forward to building upon it.”

“The presentation was clear and well organised. The trainer was very knowledgeable and has an easy to approach manner. Great to hear the trainer sharing their thoughts.”

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Safer recruitment - train the trainer

Dates: 15 - 19 April 2024 (9:00am - 12:30pm)  |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Anne-Louise Pemberton

Dates: 9th, 10th, 11th, 14th and 15th October 2024 (9:00am - 12:30pm) | Format: Online/Zoom | Trainer: Anne-Louise Pemberton   

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This course is designed for people with relevant professional experience who wish to become accredited safer recruitment (SR) trainers. Accordingly, participants will have a background in:  

Ideally, participants will have some experience of delivering training to others. 

Remote delivery includes input re: ‘In-person’ delivery

How will it help?

Participants acquire the skills needed to deliver the one-day accredited SR training in England, Wales or internationally. On completion of the two-day Train the trainer (TtT) course, successful participants will be able to enrol on the SR Consortium’s register of accredited SR trainers, and will be provided with all the resources they need to deliver SR training events to professionals.   

Since the publication of the Bichard Inquiry, the staff at The Lucy Faithfull Foundation have been involved in the design and delivery of the accredited Safer Recruitment Training Courses for schools and for the wider children’s workforce. Nationally, there are but a handful of individuals authorised to deliver this ‘train the trainer’ course, which equips delegates with the knowledge and authority to deliver the one-day Safer Recruitment Workshop accredited by the Safer Recruitment Consortium.

Course content

By the end of our two-day course, participants will have: 

Learning outcomes

Feedback

“The training is very thorough and is clear on the objectives required for safer recruitment and creating an inclusive safe environment. There are a lot of resources available to support this learning.”

“Trainers had excellent knowledge, both on content and the skills of how to deliver. The material and resources given are detailed and extensive.”

“The trainer was very positive and easy to listen too, I think the person delivering is one of the most important parts to the training.” 

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Safer recruitment - train the trainer - face-to-face (open course)

Dates: 24 & 25 June 2024 (9:00am - 5:00pm)  |  Format: face-to-face  |  Venue: The Stables Business Centre, Walnut Tree House, Astwood Lane, Wychbold, Worcestershire, WR9 0BU Trainer: Carolyn Eyre

Please contact us for a booking form | Call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training Email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk

Who is this training for?

This course is designed for people with relevant professional experience who wish to become accredited safer recruitment (SR) trainers. Accordingly, participants will have a background in:  

Ideally, participants will have some experience of delivering training to others. 

Face to Face delivery includes input re: ‘Online’ delivery  

How will it help?

Participants acquire the skills needed to deliver the one-day accredited SR training in England, Wales or internationally. On completion of the two-day Train the trainer (TtT) course, successful participants will be able to enrol on the SR Consortium’s register of accredited SR trainers, and will be provided with all the resources they need to deliver SR training events to professionals.   

Since the publication of the Bichard Inquiry, the staff at The Lucy Faithfull Foundation have been involved in the design and delivery of the accredited Safer Recruitment Training Courses for schools and for the wider children’s workforce. Nationally, there are but a handful of individuals authorised to deliver this ‘train the trainer’ course, which equips delegates with the knowledge and authority to deliver the one-day Safer Recruitment Workshop accredited by the Safer Recruitment Consortium.

Course content

By the end of our two-day course, participants will have: 

Learning outcomes

Feedback

“The training is very thorough and is clear on the objectives required for safer recruitment and creating an inclusive safe environment. There are a lot of resources available to support this learning.”

“Trainers had excellent knowledge, both on content and the skills of how to deliver. The material and resources given are detailed and extensive.”

“The trainer was very positive and easy to listen too, I think the person delivering is one of the most important parts to the training.” 


Safer recruitment for wider children's work

For upcoming course dates please call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training or email us: training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.

Who is this training for?

This course gives participants in the wider children’s workforce the essential information and understanding they need to recruit safely and thereby help protect children from harm. It is therefore suitable for anyone who recruits people to work with children and young people in settings other than education, such as leisure organisations, sporting organisations, scouts and brownies groups and early years settings.

How will it help?

Participants gain the skills they need to ensure that safeguarding is at the heart of their recruitment decisions. By the end of our one-day course, participants will have:  

Course content

Learning outcomes

Feedback

“Very comprehensive and thorough. Addressed all aspects of safeguarding recruitment practice. Very practical and tailored session.” 

“Good for recruitment teams in HR to ensure proper processes are in place with regards to gaining references, providing job specs.” 

“Break-out rooms worked well.  Assessment throughout the course was good and allowed the opportunity for clarity and discussion where things were unclear.” 

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Manga, Anime, and Hentai and the link to illegal content

Date: 28 March 2024 | 14:00 - 15:30 with a Q&A 15:30 - 16:00pm    |  Format: Online/Zoom  |  Trainer: Antonia Morris

This webinar focuses on:

The cost of this webinar is £40 + VAT per person. For more information and to book please call us: 01527 591922 option 2 for training or email training@lucyfaithfull.org.uk.

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