Specialist full-day training exploring safeguarding risks, responsibilities and best practice specifically within Alternative Provision.

Safeguarding in Alternative ProvisionUnderstanding risk, strengthening practice and keeping children and young people safe in Alternative Provision.

Join us for a full-day specialist training session focused specifically on safeguarding within Alternative Provision (AP).

Children and young people accessing Alternative Provision can have complex needs, experiences and vulnerabilities, making strong safeguarding practice essential. This session will explore the safeguarding considerations that are particularly relevant within AP and help providers understand how to develop a strong, consistent and effective safeguarding culture.

The training will combine key safeguarding responsibilities with practical considerations for applying them within an Alternative Provision setting.

What will the training cover?

Throughout the day, we will explore:

Safeguarding responsibilities within Alternative Provision

Understanding the particular vulnerabilities and safeguarding risks experienced by children and young people accessing AP

Recognising signs and indicators of abuse, neglect and exploitation

Child-on-child abuse and harmful behaviours

Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) and Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE)

County lines, gangs and contextual safeguarding

Online safety and emerging safeguarding risks

Attendance, absence and children missing from education

Responding to disclosures and safeguarding concerns

Recording and reporting concerns effectively

Understanding thresholds and when concerns should be escalated

Working effectively with schools, Local Authorities, families and other professionals

Information sharing and professional curiosity

The role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and wider staff responsibilities

Managing allegations and concerns relating to adults working with children

Creating a strong safeguarding culture across your provision

Reviewing safeguarding policies, procedures and everyday practice

Practical scenarios and considerations relevant to Alternative Provision

Who is this training for?

This training is particularly relevant for:

Alternative Provision owners and leaders

Designated Safeguarding Leads and Deputy DSLs

Provision managers

Tutors and teachers

AP practitioners and support workers

SEND and pastoral staff

Staff working directly with vulnerable children and young people

Organisations delivering education or support outside of mainstream settings

Whether you are responsible for safeguarding across your organisation or work directly with children and young people, this session will help strengthen your understanding of safeguarding within the specific context of Alternative Provision.

Ticket Information

Full-Day Training

£100 + VAT per person

Your place includes:

Full-day specialist training

Breakfast and lunch

Open Awards accreditation

Practical guidance and resources to support safeguarding practice within your provision

Booking & Payment

All attendees must book their place through Eventbrite to secure a ticket.

If your organisation is part of the Provisions Plus+ subscribed network, your place will be managed in line with your subscription benefits.

If you are not part of the subscribed network, please still secure your place through Eventbrite. Following registration, Provisions Plus+ will issue an invoice for £100 + VAT per person.

Please ensure that you provide the correct contact and organisation details when registering so that we can process your booking and invoice where required.

Places are limited and advance booking is essential.

Leave the day with greater confidence in recognising and responding to safeguarding concerns, understanding the specific risks faced by children and young people accessing Alternative Provision, and embedding a strong safeguarding culture throughout your organisation.

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