NCC DSL Training
Target audience
Leaders and managers with supervisory responsibilities and safeguarding designated persons in early years private, voluntary and independent settings including childminders.
About this course
This Nottinghamshire specific DSL training provides the knowledge and skills required to fulfil the statutory responsibilities of the role, with a focus on local safeguarding processes, referral pathways, partnership working arrangements, and child protection procedures. DSL’s will develop the confidence to lead safeguarding effectively, manage concerns and allegations, support safer recruitment, and promote online safety within their setting. The training supports compliance with EYFS requirements. DSL training must be renewed at least every two years to ensure knowledge and practice remain current and effective.
Date, time and venue
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 13 January 2027 | 13.00 - 15.00 | Online (MS Teams) |
| 2 March 2027 | 18.30 - 20.30 | Online (MS Teams) |
| 22 June 2027 | 9.30 - 11.30 | Online (MS Teams) |
Course tutor
NCC Early Years and Childcare Service
Cost
FREE
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Further course information
Course Aim
To equip DSL’s with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to effectively lead safeguarding within an early years setting, ensuring compliance with EYFS statutory requirements and promoting a strong culture of safeguarding that protects and supports all children.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this briefing, participants will be able to:
• Promote and sustain a strong safeguarding culture within their setting.
• Apply Nottinghamshire safeguarding procedures and work effectively with local safeguarding partners and statutory services.
• Develop, implement and review effective safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Support and challenge practitioners to improve safeguarding practice and outcomes for children.
• Apply safer recruitment principles and oversee safe workforce practices.
• Make appropriate referrals and escalate concerns in line with EYFS and local procedures.
• Manage concerns and allegations against adults working with children appropriately.
• Promote online safety and respond to emerging safeguarding risks.
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Early years education and childcare training | Nottinghamshire County Council
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- Telephone: 0115 977 2510
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