**NEW** What to do if a safeguarding allegation is made against staff and volunteers, and how to prevent reoccurrences

This course will equip participants on how to manage allegations made against staff/volunteers working with children and young people in Brent

 Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for designated staff/volunteers who have a responsibility to manage allegations made against staff & volunteers.

Learning Outcomes

This course aims to ensure:

• Employers are aware of current procedures and how they should be used
• Designated/Lead Child Protection Staff are aware of appropriate legislation and how to respond
• The role & responsibilities of the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) are understood
• The decision making and consultation process around allegations against staff is understood
• Designated professionals have an understanding of the process and purpose of strategy meetings and individual roles and responsibilities 
• Designated professionals understand when a referral should be made to the LADO and how to do so
• Policies, procedures and practice are designed to help prevent allegations