Safeguarding is everybody’s business. It is vital for everyone who works with children, young people, families and/or adults to be fully committed to the safety and wellbeing of the people they work with. 

The Designated Safeguarding Person will be the first point of contact for safeguarding within an organisation so an in depth understanding of the role is a must. That is why you are required to do the Group C training. Please note, you must complete your Group B training prior to completing this group C training.

A Designated Safeguarding Person needs to be able to recognise welfare issues, share appropriate information, manage staff training, and make referrals to the Local Authority Safeguarding team.

In Wales there are requirements under the Social Services and Well-being Act (Wales) 2014 which in relation to safeguarding practice. The National training, learning and development standards for Group C are covered in this course. 

It is advised by Social Care Wales that this generic Group C training be renewed every 3 years. In addition they advise you complete 6 hours CPD per year.

You MUST complete the Group B (Children or Adults or Both, depending on the client group you work with) first. We ask you to sign a self declaration to say you have completed this as this Group C training builds on the information and knowledge provided in Group B.

Memorable principles:

• I understand that voice and control of people is key to decision making – child/person-centred practice.
• I understand everyone’s roles and responsibilities in the safeguarding process.
• I show the ability to make clear and proportionate decisions.

Module 1 - The role of the Designated Safeguarding Person - An overview of the DSP role, Wales Safeguarding Procedures, promoting positive practice, working with the SMT, areas of responsibility, types of disclosures, allegations against staff including position of trust, referral decisions when disclosures have been made, advocacy, staff support, sharing information, reflective practice and professional curiosity. 

Module 2 - Working together to safeguard children and adults - The Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014, The role of Regional Safeguarding Boards (Adults and Children), their responsibilities and how they can support the designated safeguarding person, building contacts outside of your organisation (partnership working). 

Module 3 - Training, support and development of staff - Training requirements for staff members (Group A and B), training and development for the designated safeguarding person, including ongoing CPD. Monitoring and reviewing training, support and supervision, peer support and safer recruitment.