Safeguarding Train the Trainer Refresher Course

Safeguarding Train the Trainer Update Course

Our Safeguarding Train the Trainer Update course is designed for individuals who have already qualified as safeguarding trainers (previously completed safeguarding Train the Trainer training) and need to renew and update their skills.

The course focuses on helping you deliver effective, engaging safeguarding sessions while ensuring your knowledge reflects the most recent legislation, guidance, and best practice.

You’ll refresh your understanding of key safeguarding principles while enhancing your ability to deliver engaging and up-to-date safeguarding sessions. This one-day refresher course enables existing safeguarding trainers to stay current on any changes, so they can continue training others confidently and effectively.

Our trainers will guide you on how to teach safeguarding to different learners using proven techniques.

Refresher courses are recommended every 12 months after initial safeguarding trainer qualification to maintain expertise. Individuals will get a certificate to show they have completed the annual refresher training.

For organisations that rely on in-house safeguarding training, it’s important for trainers to regularly take refresher courses. This helps make sure trainers are confident and can share up-to-date knowledge with the whole team.

This course is nationally endorsed by Skills for Care and CPD UK. Our trainers will guide you on how to teach safeguarding to different learners using proven techniques.

📌Related: Safeguarding Training the Trainer (2-day) Course.

📚Trainer Packs: Get Both Protecting Children and Adults Training Resources.

Course Information:

• Course Duration: 1 Day (6 Hours)
• Course Level: Level 3
• Certificate: 3-year certificate
• Max Delegates: 12
• Practical: Yes
• Course Mode: Face to Face/ Online (Virtual)
• Prerequisite: Must have completed Safeguarding train the trainer course

Other Safeguarding Courses Available:

• Safeguarding Adults Trainer-led Course.
• Safeguarding Children Trainer-led Course.
• Designated Safeguarding Lead Course.
• Safeguarding for Managers Training.
• Safeguarding Level 4 Training for Named Professionals.

Safeguarding Instructor Refresher Course Outline:

1. Basics of Training and Safeguarding

• Quick review of safeguarding principles and training fundamentals

• Why regular updates matter for trainers

2. Roles and Responsibilities of a Safeguarding Trainer

• What’s expected of you as a trainer

• Staying accountable and up to date

3. Creating a Safe and Supportive Learning Environment

• Setting boundaries and building trust

• Encouraging open, respectful discussions

4. Effective Teaching Methods for Safeguarding

• Refreshing your approach to adult learning

• Making content relevant, clear, and engaging

5. Trainer Relationships and Boundaries

• Understanding professional boundaries

• Navigating sensitive topics with care

6. Key Safeguarding Concepts for Trainers

• Current legislation and guidance highlights

• Key messages to pass on to learners

7. Designing and Delivering Safeguarding Training

• Reviewing structure, flow, and learning outcomes

• Tips for keeping sessions interactive and impactful

8. Managing Challenging Behaviour in the Classroom

• Responding to difficult questions or attitudes

• Keeping control while staying respectful

9. Assessing Safeguarding Knowledge

• Simple ways to check understanding

• Using quizzes, discussions, and activities

10. Micro-Teaching Preparation

• Planning a short safeguarding session

• Applying what you’ve refreshed

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this one-day Safeguarding train the trainer refresher course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the role and responsibilities of a safeguarding trainer, making sure training is clear and accountable.

2. Create a safe and supportive learning environment where everyone feels comfortable and respected.

3. Use simple teaching methods that make safeguarding information easy to understand and engaging for adult learners.

4. Keep good relationships and boundaries with learners, especially when talking about sensitive topics.

5. Update key safeguarding knowledge, using the latest laws and best practices in training.

6. Design and deliver clear safeguarding training, based on the needs of the learners.

7. Handle challenging behaviour in the classroom, making sure everyone is treated with respect.

8. Check learners’ understanding of safeguarding with simple methods like quizzes and group talks.

9. Reflect on your own teaching and find ways to improve.

This 1-day Safeguarding Train the Trainer course updates your skills and knowledge, helping you deliver up-to-date and effective safeguarding training. You will refresh your understanding of important safeguarding topics, learn new teaching methods, and stay informed about the latest rules and guidelines.

Course Benefits:

Taking this one-day Safeguarding Train the Trainer course ensures your skills stay current and sharp.

1. Stay Up to Date

• Learn the latest safeguarding rules and laws.

• Understand changes like updates to the Children’s Act and the Care Act.

• Help your organisation follow the law and keep people safe.

2. Better Teaching Skills

• Refresh your knowledge of signs of abuse and what to do if you’re worried.

• Learn simple ways to deliver training that keeps learners interested.

• Practise using and improving your own training materials.

3. Feel More Confident

• Gain confidence to share safeguarding knowledge with others.

• Understand your role in working with staff, volunteers, and outside agencies.

• Build your skills to support your career and professional growth.

4. Helps Your Organisation

• Save money by training staff internally.

• Show that your organisation is serious about safeguarding.

• Keep high standards by updating training every year.

5. Get a Certificate

• Receive a certificate after completing the course.

Who Should Take This Refresher Course?

This course is ideal for individuals who already have experience in safeguarding training and want to update their skills. It is perfect for:

• Safeguarding trainers looking to refresh their knowledge and delivery techniques.

• Managers and team leaders responsible for overseeing safeguarding training.

• Care home staff, healthcare professionals, and anyone who trains others on safeguarding practices.

If you are involved in training staff on safeguarding or supporting the delivery of safeguarding training, this course is for you.

Career Opportunities

What Jobs May You Be Able to Get?

Completing a 1-day safeguarding train the trainer refresher may help you in many careers where you teach others about keeping people safe.

Here are some of the main job options:

• Safeguarding Trainer: You may be able to teach staff in schools, charities, or companies about how to keep children and adults safe. You could design and deliver training sessions and help others understand safeguarding rules.

• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): This course may help you become the main person responsible for safeguarding in a school, care home, or organisation. You could give advice, handle concerns, and make sure everyone follows the rules.

• Child Protection Officer: You might work to protect children from harm in schools, social services, or charities. This role involves checking on children’s safety and helping make plans to keep them safe.

• Adult Safeguarding Officer: This course may prepare you to help protect adults who may be at risk, such as older people or those with disabilities. You could look for signs of abuse and make sure they get the care they need.

• Safeguarding Manager: You may be able to lead a team to make sure all staff know and follow safeguarding policies. This role could be in education, healthcare, or with charities.

• Youth Worker or Mental Health Support Worker: Your safeguarding knowledge may help you support young people or adults in community or health settings.

Where Will You Be Able to Work?

• Schools and colleges

• Charities and non-profit organisations

• Local councils and government

• Healthcare providers

• Private companies (especially those working with children or adults at risk)

Why This Course May Be Helpful?

• It may show employers you are up-to-date with the latest safeguarding knowledge.

• It could prove you can train others, which is a valuable skill for many jobs.

• It may help you move into higher roles, like Safeguarding Lead or Manager.

• It could make you more confident and ready to take on new challenges.

Job Market Outlook

• Demand for safeguarding roles is growing, with more jobs expected in the next decade.

• Safeguarding trainers and leads are especially needed in education, health, and social care.

Taking a 1-day safeguarding train the trainer refresher may help open doors to important jobs where you help keep people safe and support your team or organisation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How often should safeguarding training be refreshed?

Safeguarding training should be refreshed regularly. It’s recommended to update your knowledge and skills every 1 years, depending on your role and the specific requirements of your organization.

Staying current helps ensure you’re well-prepared to protect vulnerable individuals.

2. Can I take this course if I’m new to safeguarding training?

This course is designed for those who have already completed a Safeguarding Train the Trainer course. If you’re new to safeguarding training, we recommend starting with an introductory course before taking this refresher.

3. Are there any prerequisites for this refresher course?

To attend this refresher course, you must have previously completed a Safeguarding Train the Trainer course. This course is intended to update and refresh your existing knowledge and skills. Also note that a main course requires you to have experience in Safeguarding and must have completed a level 2 training for both children and adults.

4. Is safeguarding training annual refresher mandatory?

While annual refresher training is not always a legal requirement, it is strongly recommended to keep safeguarding practices up-to-date and effective.

Many organisations, especially in healthcare and social care, ask for yearly safeguarding training to meet rules and keep staff skills sharp. Always check your organisation’s policies to know what is required.

5. What is the difference between DSL and Safeguarding Train the Trainer Update Course?

• DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead) Course: Focuses on the role of managing safeguarding concerns, supporting staff, and ensuring policies are followed within an organisation.

• Safeguarding Train the Trainer Refresher Course: Aims to refresh and update the skills of trainers who deliver safeguarding training, ensuring they stay up-to-date with the latest practices and legislation.

6. Can the Safeguarding Train the Trainer Update course be taken online?

Yes, the course can be taken online via Zoom or in person. At Caring for Care, we offer both options because we understand that people learn differently and in different settings. This also applies for group training and some of our Safeguarding courses.

7. Does the course include a course pack?

You will receive course materials as part of the training. However, this course does not include our trainer pack. You can purchase the trainer pack separately at a discount of up to 50%. Please speak with our course advisors for more details.

I would like to take the opportunity to thank Caring for Care for the recent virtual safeguarding training provided to our team via Zoom. The course was held on two dates, 02.02.2021 and 09.02.2021, to ensure we could include the entire team. The course facilitator, Sarah, had a wealth of experience in Health and Social Care, which was clearly demonstrated throughout the session. The training was delivered at a comfortable pace, was very informative, and fully interactive - John Fields