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Safeguarding children is a shared responsibility that requires vigilance, awareness, and clear action. The Safeguarding Children Training Level 1 course introduces learners to the fundamental principles of child protection, safe practice environments, and early risk identification. This foundational course is designed to build essential awareness around child welfare, legal duties, and procedures for reporting concerns within workplace settings.
This course covers core areas including fundamental safeguarding principles, key child protection legislation, recognizing signs of abuse, managing disclosures, whistleblowing protocols, and accurate record-keeping. Learners will gain the knowledge needed to support child welfare and take appropriate action when concerns arise.
Key Features
- CPD accredited course
- Interactive modules with structured content
- Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
- Fully online and self-paced learning
- Audio-visual learning materials
- 24/7 learner support available
Sneak Peek
Learning Outcomes
This course builds a practical foundation in child protection, legal guidelines, and reporting standards.
Understand the basic principles, definitions, and importance of safeguarding children.
Identify key legal acts and statutory frameworks governing child protection.
Recognize the physical, behavioral, and emotional indicators of child abuse and neglect.
Understand whistleblowing procedures and best practices for receiving a child’s disclosure.
Master essential standards for accurate, objective, and timely record-keeping.
Know when and how to escalate child safety concerns to a safeguarding lead or authority.
Certification
- Free instant digital e-certificate upon successful completion
- Printed hard copy certificate available for delivery (£5.99 postal charge)
- Certificates can strengthen professional profiles and CVs
- Refresher learning is recommended every 3 years to keep knowledge updated
Who Should Take The Course?
This Level 1 course is suitable for anyone who works or volunteers near children and young people, or anyone seeking introductory knowledge of child welfare.
Teachers, teaching assistants, and school staff
Early years educators, nursery workers, and childminders
Healthcare support workers, dental teams, and clinic staff
Youth workers, sports coaches, and community volunteers
Transport drivers, escorts, and hospitality staff serving family venues
Administrative staff, caretakers, and facility managers in child-facing settings
The course is designed for beginners and does not require prior knowledge of safeguarding or social care.
Why Take This Course?
Understanding how to recognize harm and report concerns correctly is crucial for anyone interacting with children. This CPD-accredited Level 1 training provides a concise overview of legal duties, warning signs, and reporting pathways. You will gain the skills to identify early indicators of abuse, handle sensitive disclosures responsibly, and keep accurate records—ensuring you fulfill your duty of care and keep young people safe.
Job Opportunities & Salary Expectations (UK)
Introductory safeguarding knowledge supports entry into numerous child-facing roles across education, healthcare, and social care settings.
| Job Role | Indicative UK Salary |
|---|---|
| Nursery Assistant | £18,000–£23,000 per year |
| Teaching Assistant | £18,000–£24,000 per year |
| Youth Support Worker | £20,000–£28,000 per year |
| School Administrative Assistant | £21,000–£27,000 per year |
| Care Assistant (Children’s Services) | £22,000–£29,000 per year |
Entry Requirements
Open to all learners regardless of professional background.
No prior safeguarding experience or qualifications required.
Suitable for beginners, volunteers, and new staff members.
Internet access and a suitable device (laptop, tablet, or smartphone) are required.
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our Safeguarding Children Training Level 1 is as follows:
This module introduces the core concepts of safeguarding versus child protection, the rights of the child, and the role every worker plays in maintaining a safe environment.
This module covers key legal frameworks, national legislation, and statutory guidelines that establish child protection duties across different organizations.
This module focuses on identifying physical, emotional, sexual abuse, and neglect. Learners explore early warning signs, risk factors, and basic intervention pathways.
This module provides guidelines on receiving disclosures from children, handling confidential information, and using internal whistleblowing policies to raise concerns about bad practice.
This module examines accurate documentation standards, including writing objective factual reports, maintaining privacy (GDPR), and sharing information securely with designated safeguarding officers.
Course Curriculum
| Safeguarding Children Training Level 1 | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to Safeguarding Children | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 02: Legislation for Safeguarding Children | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 03: Child Abuse Prevention and Intervention | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 04: Whistleblowing and Child Disclosure | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 05: Record Keeping | 00:10:00 | ||
