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.

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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.

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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

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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

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