Designated Safeguarding Lead Training for Newly Appointed Designated Safeguarding Leads ( and / or Deputy DSL)

Date & Time:

Thursday 29 January 2026 (9:30 - 13:00)

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Venue:

Merton Civic Centre, London Road

Detail:

This training is for anyone who has recently been appointed as a designated safeguarding lead in an education setting (DSL).

Outcomes:

This course will help you understand your role and responsibilities and develop your confidence in protecting children and young people.

You’ll learn about:

  • Barriers that might prevent children or staff from reporting abuse or concerns.
  • How to respond to a child who has reported abuse.
  • Escalating concerns, referrals and the multi-agency protection process.

Please note that this course is offered under the additional services SLA. For more information please see our charges.

Places Available:

25

Further Information:

Enquiries:

cpd@merton.gov.uk

Trainer:

Ameliah Rayn

Venue Details:

Merton Civic Centre, London Road