Advanced Safeguarding Children (Level 2 Safeguarding)

The Advanced Safeguarding Children (Level 2 Safeguarding) online course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of safeguarding principles and practices, focusing on advanced knowledge and skills required to effectively safeguard children. This course is suitable for individuals who have completed basic safeguarding training or Level 1 Safeguarding and are seeking to enhance their expertise in working with vulnerable children. By completing this course, participants will gain the necessary qualifications to take on more advanced safeguarding roles and responsibilities.

Career Path:

Completion of the Advanced Safeguarding Children (Level 2 Safeguarding) course can lead to various career opportunities and roles that involve advanced safeguarding responsibilities and leadership, including:

1. Safeguarding Coordinator/Manager: Overseeing safeguarding practices in organizations, developing policies and procedures, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

2. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Taking on a leadership role within educational settings, coordinating safeguarding efforts, managing cases, and serving as the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns.

3. Social Worker (Child Protection): Working within child protection teams, conducting assessments, implementing child protection plans, and coordinating interventions for children at risk of harm or in need of support.

4. Safeguarding Trainer/Consultant: Delivering advanced safeguarding training programs and workshops, providing consultancy services to organizations, and keeping professionals up to date with the latest safeguarding practices.

5. Youth Justice Worker: Supporting young people in the criminal justice system, identifying safeguarding needs, coordinating interventions, and promoting rehabilitation and reintegration.

6. Safeguarding Inspector/Regulator: Conducting inspections and audits of organizations to ensure compliance with safeguarding regulations, providing recommendations for improvement, and enforcing standards.

7. Safeguarding Policy Advisor: Working within government bodies, policy-making organizations, or non-governmental organizations, providing expert advice on safeguarding policies and contributing to the development of national or regional safeguarding frameworks.