Multi-agency level 3 safeguarding and designated safeguarding lead: January 2026

For multi-agency professionals, including Designated Safeguarding Leads in schools, who oversee or supervise the work of front-line professionals or those that have line management responsibility.

For multi-agency professionals, oversight of services and safeguard responses with children, families, parents, carers and adults who have contact with children is a key part of the role.

Develop and enhance in depth knowledge, skills and understanding of the roles of multi-agency partners regarding the processes for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including those who are suffering, or at risk of suffering significant harm.

Learning includes:

  • Have an improved knowledge of the legislation, structures, and national/local procedures in child protection
  • Understand the Serious Case Review process and lessons learnt both locally and nationally
  • Understand multi agency working in Rotherham

Competency Framework Level

Level 3

Who is this course for?

Multi-agency professionals, including Designated Safeguarding Leads, and managers

Trainers

Grace Davidson, Samatha Smith, Trudie Slack and Sarah Green

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Date: 15th January 2026.

Location: Rockingham Professional Development Centre Roughwood Road
Rotherham
S61 4HY

Cost: Free

Time: 09:00 - 17:00