Governor Training - Child Protection, The Safeguarding Role of the Chair and Designated Governor

Target Audience:

The target audience for this training course is Chairpersons of Boards of Governors and the Designated Governor for child protection only.

Aims:

To raise awareness of the specific safeguarding responsibilities of the chairperson of Governors and designated governor for child protection and safeguarding in the context of the quality assurance role of a Board of Governors.

Course Objectives/ Outcomes:

• Understand the impact of legislation and government policy in relation to child protection and safeguarding within your school.

• Recognise the role of the Schools Safeguarding Team including the specific child protection/safeguarding responsibilities of the Chair of Governors and Designated Governor for Child Protection. 

• Identify the quality assurance role of a Board of Governors in overseeing the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils enrolled in a school.

Format/Duration:

• Presentation

• Discussion/Feedback

• 2 Hours

Notes:

Chairpersons of Boards of Governors and designated Governors for child protection are required to attend this training ONCE in every term of office.