Safeguarding

Safeguarding training

Find training designed for charities, voluntary organisations and community groups

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Local and national support

Find organisations that can help you plan and review your safeguarding work

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Safeguarding and the law

Find information and recommendations for ensuring your safeguarding follows the law

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Introduction

An introduction to our guide on safeguarding and the law

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About this guide

Find out who this guide is for and how to use it

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Understanding the law on safeguarding

Find out about the key legal sources that we refer to in this guide

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Legal duties specific to charities

Legal duties that charities have to ensure good safeguarding

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Charities’ general duties of care

Find out where charities' duties of care can arise from and who they might affect

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A charity’s duty to have liability insurance

The key duties for charities and volunteer organisations regarding insurance

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A charity’s duty to report safeguarding issues

Find out about the Charity Commission's expectations for reporting incidents

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  • Equity, diversity and inclusion
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  • Governance

Volunteering round-up: January 2022

  • Involving volunteers
  • Funding and income
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Five reasons why understanding the law helps build safer organisations

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  • Governance

Ending the volunteering relationship

Recognising safeguarding opportunities and risks when a volunteering relationship ends

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Managing safeguarding risks

How to manage safeguarding risks at an operational level

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Budget, insurance and security

Understanding your safeguarding responsibilities when managing budgets, security and staff safety

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Data protection and digital technology

How to make sure your organisation is managing data safely and securely

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Working with partners

Find out about starting and checking due diligence when working with others

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Further help and guidance

Find more safeguarding resources that may be useful in your role

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Safeguarding responsibilities for HR managers

How human resources can play a leading role in safeguarding

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Safeguarding from interview to exit

Ensuring good safeguarding practice from interview to exit

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Introduction to safer recruitment practices

How to conduct recruitment practices safely

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Role risk assessment

How to conduct a safeguarding risk assessment when recruiting to a new role

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Designated safeguarding leads in charities (1 day)

This one-day training course provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of safeguarding leads in charities in England.