Safeguarding Network

Safeguarding Network supports DSLs in schools and colleges with training materials, supervision and support in their work with students at risk. We have reviewed our position on X who we believe have a responsibility to create a safe environment for all users. X does not currently take responsibility for the power of the tools it creates, including Grok and in particular the image tools it offers. This places children at risk. We have decided to cease posting on this platform - we are widely available elsewhere - see links below. We have also ended our subscription to X, effective April. We look forward to continuing our conversations on other channels. Thank you for your support. LinkedIn: zurl.co/51AWU Facebook: zurl.co/ZuSE8 Blue Sky: zurl.co/N0TEC Threads: zurl.co/eBbnr Instagram: zurl.co/JRU3g Building confidence in #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #childprotection

Did you know that today is World Down Syndrome Day? Learn why this official day exists and what it is about.  Melissa Pollard explores how schools can safeguard and protect pupils with Down syndrome. Read the blog: zurl.co/aY0EH #safeguardingeducation #TogetherAgainstLoneliness

Did you know that 21st March is World Down Syndrome Day? Learn why this official day exists and what it is about.  Melissa Pollard explores how schools can safeguard and protect pupils with Down syndrome. Read the blog: zurl.co/jhnD8 #safeguardingeducation #TogetherAgainstLoneliness

February 24th: Create a different kind of conversation. This highly popular course helps structure & approach supervision using an established model to enable supervisors to empower staff & focus on the experience & progress of children & young people in their care. - Understand the principles behind supervision models. - Recognise & apply reflective supervision. - Undertake dynamic risk assessment during supervision. - Create clear, focused & reviewable plans and action. Book now: zurl.co/VZtge

The Department for Education (DfE) has today announced new training courses available to all teaching staff. The training will aim to deepen knowledge of how to adapt teaching to meet a wide range of special educational needs in the classroom, including visual impairments and speech and language needs. The DfE says the courses are being funded by a £200million investment. Behind the training will be a new expectation set out in the SEND Code of Practice, that all staff in every nursery, school and college should receive training on SEND and inclusion - making sure that every teacher nationwide is reached. When child abuse and neglect are identified, children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are more highly represented. Whilst the DfE have instigated this new initiative with effective and inclusive education in mind, understanding the child’s world and seeking to ensure positive and supportive relationships are the cornerstone of effective safeguarding and we look forward to seeing what opportunities this new programme brings to safeguarding practice. Read the press release: zurl.co/q06bd Find out more about the specific risks for children with SEND on our information page packed with free resources: zurl.co/ilJRo #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #childprotection #SEND #SpecialEducationalNeedsandDisabilities

Last chance to book - 1 space left. Organisations working with children have a crucial role to play in both preventing & addressing Child-on-Child abuse.  It is vital to recognise that just like any other form of abuse, Child-on-Child abuse can lead to severe & enduring trauma, isolation, physical harm, mental health issues, educational disruptions, & negative outcomes. You will: - Define and understand child-on-child abuse - Deal with an incident using a contextual approach - Be able to develop a strong preventative culture - Understand risk assessment and multi-agency working - Understand the legal and policy framework Find out more and book your place: zurl.co/IYZlo

In case you missed it first time round... Multi-agency child protection teams: regulation-making powers The government issued a policy paper on the 7th January 2026 setting out how they intend to regulate for multi-agency child protection teams (MACPTs) which are being introduced as part of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill. Read our summary and find out what it means for you. zurl.co/EIZMS

We also have a presence on the following channels: Blue Sky, Threads, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Search for 'Safeguarding Network'.  Building confidence in #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #childprotection

We wanted to let you know that we have some spaces left on our Suicide Prevention training on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 1pm.  Just £35 +VAT. The course will be delivered in a single 1.5 hour session by PAPYRUS, the leading UK charity dedicated to preventing young suicide and promoting positive mental health in young people. Suicide is the biggest killer of people aged 35 and under in the UK. We believe that suicide is often preventable. The key objectives are: - To understand the prevalence and impact of suicide - To explore the language, and the challenges, when talking openly about suicide - To recognise the ‘signs’ that may indicate someone is having thoughts of suicide - To consider how we can all contribute to a suicide-safer community. Find out more and book: zurl.co/iuaao

Register for our FREE webinar: Prevention, necessity, and proportionality - the implications of the new guidance on restrictive interventions The new guidance for restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force in schools in England has been published, and will be effective from April 2026. It illustrates how and when school staff can use restrictive interventions including reasonable force and seclusion to keep pupils and others safe. Read our summary and register for a free webinar ahead of legislation implementation: zurl.co/O9D4e #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #useofreasonableforce

Only 4 places remaining.  Organisations working with children have a crucial role to play in both preventing & addressing Child-on-Child abuse.  It is vital to recognise that just like any other form of abuse, Child-on-Child abuse can lead to severe & enduring trauma, isolation, physical harm, mental health issues, educational disruptions, & negative outcomes. You will: - Define and understand child-on-child abuse - Deal with an incident using a contextual approach - Be able to develop a strong preventative culture - Understand risk assessment and multi-agency working - Understand the legal and policy framework Find out more and book your place: zurl.co/0pq3w

Multi-agency child protection teams: regulation-making powers The government issued a policy paper on the 7th January 2026 setting out how they intend to regulate for multi-agency child protection teams (MACPTs) which are being bought into being as part of the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill.  Read our summary and find out what it means for you.  zurl.co/MGASK

The VAWG Strategy – What it Means for Educators The Government’s 'Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy' sets out a ten-year ambition to halve violence against women and girls by tackling it early, consistently and across society. For education settings, the message is that schools and colleges are central to prevention, early identification and cultural change. The Government positions education as one of the most powerful environments for shaping attitudes, challenging harmful behaviour and supporting children and young people affected by violence and abuse. Read our quick summary: zurl.co/Dniho #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #vawg

💡 Did you know? Safeguarding Network members get free access to the Whisper® Anonymous Reporting Tool from SWGfL - available until 31st July 2026. Whisper® is already safeguarding thousands of young people, teachers, parents, and carers across the UK. It provides a secure, anonymous way for anyone in your community to share concerns with a trusted adult. ✨ Key features: - Report online and offline issues - Anonymous live chat and SMS options - Simple, secure, and accessible to all - Suitable for schools, colleges, MATs, and wider organisations Members can log in to access the discount code and PDF guide to get started. After the free period, subscription options are available for different settings. 👉 Not yet a member? Now’s the perfect time to join and unlock this benefit. zurl.co/1qOHz #Safeguarding #Education #ChildProtection #SWGfL

This week's Safeguarding Bulletin is out! zurl.co/2nPeA Click to read the latest stories and updates including: - Restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force, in schools - Free Webinar: Prevention, necessity and proportionality - the implications of the new guidance on restrictive interventions - The VAWG Strategy – What it means for educators - Suicide prevention training with PAPYRUS - Natterhub’s online safety resources - Free access to SWGfL’s Whisper® Anonymous Reporting Tool Sign up to receive great safeguarding content delivered to your inbox every 2 weeks.

Last chance to book! January 8th: Create a different kind of conversation. This highly popular course helps structure & approach supervision using an established model to enable supervisors to empower staff & focus on the experience & progress of children & young people in their care. - Understand the principles behind supervision models. - Recognise & apply reflective supervision. - Undertake dynamic risk assessment during supervision. - Create clear, focused & reviewable plans and action. Book now: zurl.co/VZtge

Strengthen your safeguarding practice with our January 2026 training courses. Join our expert-led training sessions and gain practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and renewed confidence in tackling safeguarding challenges. Invest a few hours in your CPD next month and make a lasting impact in your setting. Explore our full January training calendar below and book your place. Click here: zurl.co/WVfw6

The new guidance for restrictive interventions, including use of reasonable force in schools in England was released last week, and will be effective from April 2026. This guidance illustrates how and when school staff can use restrictive interventions including reasonable force and seclusion to keep pupils and others safe. Read our summary and register for a free webinar ahead of legislation implementation: zurl.co/9eSnl #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation #useofreasonableforce

Last chance to book! January 8th: Create a different kind of conversation. This highly popular course helps structure & approach supervision using an established model to enable supervisors to empower staff & focus on the experience & progress of children & young people in their care. - Understand the principles behind supervision models. - Recognise & apply reflective supervision. - Undertake dynamic risk assessment during supervision. - Create clear, focused & reviewable plans and action. Book now: zurl.co/VZtge

All the team here at Safeguarding Network would like to wish you a happy Christmas, new year and holiday period, however you celebrate. #safeguarding #safeguardingeducation