Safeguarding Children Level 2
£30.00 + VAT / £36.00 inc. VAT
This CPD-accredited Safeguarding Children Level 2 course provides essential training for anyone working with or around children. It develops knowledge on recognising signs of abuse, understanding safeguarding frameworks, responding to concerns, and knowing how and when to escalate. Perfect for staff in education, healthcare, childcare, and voluntary settings, the course can be studied online at your own pace, with a downloadable CPD certificate on completion.
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Description
About this Level 2 Safeguarding Children Course
Our Advanced Safeguarding Children Level 2 training is designed for professionals and volunteers who have regular contact with children and young people. Building on introductory safeguarding knowledge, this course explores how to recognise abuse and neglect, respond appropriately to disclosures, and follow reporting procedures in line with UK safeguarding law and statutory guidance.
Fully CPD Accredited, the training meets national safeguarding requirements and provides staff with the confidence and practical skills needed to protect children effectively.
Who is this course for?
This online Advanced Safeguarding Children Level 2 course is suitable for:
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Teachers, teaching assistants, and school support staff
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Nursery practitioners, childminders, and early years staff
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Healthcare professionals (NHS, private healthcare, GP staff)
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Social care and community workers
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Sports coaches, club leaders, and volunteers working with children
Course Content
The training covers the following modules:
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Understanding safeguarding and child protection
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The safeguarding framework and thresholds of need
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Recognising the categories of abuse: physical, emotional, sexual, neglect
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Types of maltreatment: online abuse, child-on-child abuse, domestic abuse, exploitation, FGM, trafficking, radicalisation
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Risks and vulnerabilities: SEND, looked-after children, mental health, ACEs
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How to respond to disclosures and record concerns factually
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Reporting, referrals, and escalation processes
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Multi-agency working and information sharing
Safeguarding Children Level 2
Module 2: The Safeguarding Framework
Explains the safeguarding framework, levels of need, and thresholds. Covers universal services, early help, child in need, and child protection interventions.
Module 3: Recognising the Categories of Abuse
Details the main categories of abuse: neglect, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. Learners will explore common indicators to help identify when children may be at risk.
Module 4: Recognising Different Types of Maltreatment
Covers other safeguarding concerns, including domestic abuse, online abuse, child-on-child abuse, fabricated illness, forced marriage, FGM, trafficking, and radicalisation under the Prevent Duty.
Module 5: Risks and Vulnerabilities
Explores additional vulnerabilities such as SEND, looked-after children, and mental health issues. Considers parental risk factors, adultification, and the long-term impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Module 6: Responding to and Sharing Concerns
Provides guidance on responding to disclosures, recording concerns accurately, and how to talk with parents and carers. Explains how to raise concerns about staff and share information lawfully.
Module 7: What Happens After a Referral and Escalation
Explains what happens after concerns are referred, including early help and statutory assessments, child protection conferences, and escalation if safeguarding concerns are not acted upon.
Module 8: Multi-Agency Working & Information Sharing
Covers the importance of multi-agency working, principles of information sharing, and the role of Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hubs (MASH). Learners will understand how agencies collaborate effectively.
Module 9: Professional Boundaries, Safer Practice & Whistleblowing
Highlights the importance of professional boundaries and safe working practices to prevent allegations. Explores low-level concerns, whistleblowing procedures, and organisational accountability.
Module 10: Safeguarding Children in Education
Optional content for education staff. Covers Keeping Children Safe in Education, safeguarding policies, DSL roles, and the unique vulnerabilities of children in school settings.
Module 11: Case Studies & Reflection
Learners apply their knowledge to real-life safeguarding scenarios. Reflective activities reinforce professional judgement and how to apply safeguarding principles in their role.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this Level 2 Safeguarding training, learners will:
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Understand safeguarding legislation, responsibilities, and how to recognise abuse and neglect
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Be able to respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns, record information accurately, and make referrals to children’s social care
Key Features
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100% online safeguarding training
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CPD Accredited certificate included
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Self-paced learning – study anytime, anywhere
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Only £30 per learner
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Meets UK safeguarding requirements for Level 2 training
Why Choose This Safeguarding Training?
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Designed by safeguarding specialists
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Up-to-date with the latest statutory guidance (Working Together to Safeguard Children, Keeping Children Safe in Education)
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Suitable for both individuals and organisations
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Practical case studies and scenarios included
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Instant CPD certificate downloadable on completion
Further Guidance & Support
For more information on safeguarding, see:
