Designated Safeguarding Lead Training for the Youth Sector - St Helens

Schedule

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 09:30 am to Wed, 24 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm

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Location

YMCA St Helens | St Helens, EN

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This two-day intensive in-person training equips you for the pivotal role of Designated Safeguarding Lead.
About this Event

£160(+VAT) per person*. Please note,This course is only for individuals working in England.
*This price is reduced due to funding by DCMS and YMCA St. Helens kindly providing the training venue.

Tailored for those working with 8-24-year-olds and holding safeguarding responsibilities in a youth work setting, this two-day intensive in-person training equips you for the pivotal role of Designated Safeguarding Lead. It will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively foster a young person centred safeguarding culture, to elevate awareness of safeguarding and child protection issues within your organisation.

What sets us apart:

  • Personalised support from dedicated trainers, ensuring your success.
  • Engaging scenarios, reflective opportunities, and practical exercises directly relevant to the safeguarding and youth work sector.
  • A comprehensive workbook and handbook loaded with invaluable resources and guidance.
  • Accredited Training Programme

Your commitment (You must be able to meet these commitments in order to undertake this training):

  • Completion of a Basic Safeguarding course in the last 2 years.
  • A suitable level of youth work training or experience, ideally a JNC recognized L3 qualification.
  • Working with young people aged 8-25 (not exclusively).
  • Full support from your workplace for course participation.
  • 100% participation and successful completion of all assessed elements.
  • Dedication to creating an action plan and completing a review after 6 months.

Please note: This accredited training is highly specialised for those who hold the responsibility for safeguarding within their organisation, or are on the pathway to becoming that person. If you or your nominated attendee does not meet the specifications of the above checklists, they may not be permitted to attend the training. This is in order to ensure that as many appropriate candidates receive this subsidised opportunity as possible. If we need to revoke your space for this reason, you will receive a full refund of the training cost.

Refreshments and lunch included.


Don't just safeguard – lead confidently.


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Where is it happening?

YMCA St Helens, YMCA St Helens, St Helens, United Kingdom

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