Keeping Children Safe: Designated Officer Training face to face in Newry.

This one day certificated training is suitable for Designated and Deputy Designated Officers. This session will provide training to assist and support them in carrying out their role and responsibilities.  It will cover:

• Knowledge of the legal context of safeguarding children;
• An understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Designated Officer;
• Knowledge of Health and Social Care Trust structures and processes; and
• Exploration of issues and concerns around referrals and sharing information.

Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Please note that lunch is not provided.

All participants must have completed a safeguarding children awareness-raising course prior to attending this Keeping Children Safe: Designated Officer Training. Keeping Children Safe: Training for Staff and Volunteers is a suitable foundation course for staff and volunteers who have regular and/or direct contact with children and young people (e.g. supervisor, leader, officer in charge).

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