Courses

Good Practice in Section 47 Enquiries

This course provides greater in-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation and guidance relating to Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. Using realistic case exercises, professionals will be able to follow cases through from the beginning of the concern being reported through to the assessment process.

Duration – 7 hours

Next Course Date – Upon Request

Course Aimed at – Newly qualified Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), Social Workers, Named Safeguarding professionals

Cost – Upon Request

Difficulty – Advanced

Teacher – Various

Materials Provided – Workbook

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This course can be delivered as a Workshop, Classroom style or Virtual Live Online Training.

Topics Covered

An advanced understanding of relevant legislation and guidance including the Sexual offences Act of 2003 and the Serious Crime Act of 2015
Understand Parental and Lawful Responsibility and Consent
Recognise Safeguarding Protocols
Have a good understanding of acceptable communication skills required when speaking to Children (as per ABE Guidance)
Have a good understanding of forensic procedures and the role of Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCS)

Be able to undertake a risk assessment ensuring a Think Child,Think Parent,Think Family Approach
Understand the meaning of Hidden Adults and its significance to safeguarding children and young people
Have a good understanding of local thresholds for Section 47/level 4 cases
Understand the importance of good recording practice and its relevance in criminal and family courts

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Course Description

This course provides greater in-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation and guidance relating to Section 47 of the Children Act 1989. Using realistic case exercises, professionals will be able to follow cases through from the beginning of the concern being reported through to the assessment process.

The course has a good balance of trainer led and student led discussions, facilitated with media clips, a workbook and group exercises.

“Southend City Council were delighted with the training that was delivered by Fiona Lee, Company Director of Safe-guarding co, on the topic of Safeguarding Section 47 in November 22. The feedback we received by those who attended the workshop across the service expressed absolute positivity. This has demonstrated to SCC that Fiona Lee and her team deliver informative training which leaves Practioners feeling more confident in their awareness of all the parameters involved in the areas of Safeguarding, particular Section 47. We at Southend would like to thank Fiona Lee for her services delivered in November of 2022 and we look forward to commissioning future training with her company! “ Chloe Rae

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