Safeguarding Hour

Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) play a critical role in ensuring that safeguarding procedures are in place and that all students are protected from harm. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/AUDhi #designatedsafeguardinglead #supervision

Whilst there is no set amount of Continuing Professional Development set by the government guidance, I recommend DSL's undertake 35 hours of CPD Read the full article: 5 areas to consider for your training needs ▸ lttr.ai/AT4Ui #designatedsafeguardinglead

As a DSL, you must have an in-depth understanding of safeguarding policies, procedures, and legislation relevant to your organisation. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATyQA #DesignatedSafeguardingLeads #DesignatedSafeguardingLead #ManagingSafeguardingCases

Make sure that you are satisfied that your staff, regardless of your organisation, understand the importance of this policy, whether you call it a safeguarding policy or a Child Protection Policy. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATqft #designatedsafeguardinglead

Finally, a person can be discriminated against because of making a complaint against someone for disability discrimination. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATpCy #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards #HigherEducationProviders

There are different types of supervision that are used in different situations. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATjOO #supervision #DesignatedSafeguardingLead

Have you moved from a face to face situation to online? Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATcVh #safeguardinglead #childprotection #designatedsafeguardinglead

In this blog we are looking specifically at the protected characteristic of age. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATbe7 #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards #SafeguardingLeadersHub

For new DSLs, supervision is an essential tool that enables them to effectively manage their teams. Read the full article: Importance of Supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads ▸ lttr.ai/ATYrW #DesignatedSafeguardingLead #ReceiveConstructiveFeedback

It is a reminder that diversity enriches the academic environment and that everyone has the right to pursue education without facing discrimination. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ATJEw #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards

The welfare checklist is a testament to society's commitment to prioritising the welfare and protection of children. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ASm6P #FamilyLawProceedings #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards

Does it comply with Working Together to Safeguard Children? Read the full article: 5 key areas to consider in your safeguarding procedure ▸ lttr.ai/AFHTM #keepingchildrensafe #childprotection

Effective advocacy can help to ensure that safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and addressed appropriately at all levels of the institution Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ASRrs #MakeDifficultDecisions #ContinuousProfessionalDevelopment #DesignatedSafeguardingLeads

A person can also make a claim under disability discrimination even if they aren’t disabled but have witnessed it happening to someone else. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ARen8 #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards #HigherEducationProviders

This is when you are treated or you treat someone at a disadvantage because of your age in comparison to another person of a different age group but is reasonably like yourself (comparator). Read more 👉 lttr.ai/ARN4E #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction

The Equality Act outlines four primary types of discrimination: direct, indirect, harassment, and victimisation. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/AQ5jo #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards

The court found the university had failed to make reasonable adjustments to her course completion requirements when they were aware of a students disability Read more 👉 lttr.ai/AQvze #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards

"By adhering to the key principles of adult safeguarding under the Care Act 2014, DSLs can ensure that their practices are not only compliant with legislation but also truly centered on the needs and rights of those they aim to protect." lttr.ai/AQlwo

In the Act, disability is defined as a ‘physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and adverse long-term effect on your day-to-day activities’. Read more 👉 lttr.ai/AQYfT #CreateSaferSpaces #KnowledgeMeetsAction #ElevatingSafeguardingStandards

Regularly review and evaluate safeguarding processes to identify any gaps or areas that require improvement. Read the full article: Strategies for Effective Supervision for Designated Safeguarding Leads ▸ lttr.ai/AQEtP #designatedsafeguardinglead #supervision