CPD Accredited

Safeguarding Awareness

Develop the knowledge and confidence to recognise, respond to and report safeguarding concerns in any setting.

Ideal for: 👩‍🏫 Early Years Practitioners • 🏡 Childminders • 👶 Nursery Staff • 🌟 Room Leaders • ❤️ Anyone working with children

Enrol now - £35.00

Course Details

Everything you need to know before enrolling.

What You'll Learn

By completing this course, you will be able to:

✔ Understand the principles of safeguarding.

✔ Recognise the signs and indicators of abuse.

✔ Respond appropriately to concerns and disclosures.

✔ Understand reporting and whistleblowing procedures.

✔ Promote online safety and cyber awareness.

✔ Apply safeguarding responsibilities within your setting.

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Course Modules

Module 1 – Introduction to Safeguarding

Understand what safeguarding means, why it is important and your responsibilities when working with children.

Module 2 – EYFS Safeguarding Updates

Explore the latest EYFS safeguarding requirements and understand what they mean for your everyday practice.

Module 3 – Recognising Types of Abuse

Learn how to identify the signs and indicators of physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect and other safeguarding concerns.

Module 4 – Responding to Concerns

Discover how to respond appropriately when a child makes a disclosure or when you have safeguarding concerns.

Module 5 – Reporting and Whistleblowing

Understand reporting procedures, record keeping and your responsibilities around whistleblowing.

Module 6 – Online Safety and Cyber Awareness

Learn how to help protect children in the digital world while recognising common online risks and promoting safe technology use.

Module 7 – Assessment and Certification

Complete the end-of-course assessment and download your CPD Accredited certificate upon successful completion.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

👩‍🏫 Early Years Practitioners

🏡 Childminders

👶 Nursery Staff

🌟 Room Leaders

👩‍💼 Nursery Managers

❤️ Anyone working with children

Certificate

📜 Certificate Included

This course is CPD Accredited.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a downloadable CPD Accredited certificate.

Course Features

💻 Fully Online

📱 Mobile Friendly

🏆 CPD Accredited

🎯 Interactive Learning

🤝 Learner Support

📅 12 Months' Access

🕒 Learn at Your Own Pace

Why Choose Stepping Stones?

At Stepping Stones Training, our CPD Accredited courses combine current legislation with practical guidance, helping you build confidence and apply your learning immediately within your setting.

How It Works

Enrol Online

Purchase the course and gain instant access to your learning dashboard.

Complete the Training

Work through the course at your own pace on desktop, tablet or mobile.

Receive Your Certificate

Successfully complete the assessment and download your certificate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course CPD Accredited?

Yes. This course is fully CPD Accredited, and learners who successfully complete the assessment will receive a CPD Accredited certificate.

How long does the course take?

The course takes approximately 1.5 hours to complete, although you can learn at your own pace.

Do I need any previous safeguarding knowledge?

No. This course is suitable for both those new to safeguarding and experienced practitioners looking to refresh their knowledge.

How is the course assessed?

You'll complete an online assessment at the end of the course. Once you've successfully passed, you'll be able to download your CPD Accredited certificate immediately.

Can I purchase this course for my team?

Yes. This course can be purchased individually or accessed through one of our organisation Pathways, making it easy to train your whole team.

Training for Your Whole Team?

This course is perfect for individual learners looking to develop their knowledge and skills.

If you're a nursery owner, manager, or organisation looking to train multiple staff members, explore our Pathways and Partnership solutions.

These programmes combine training, workforce development, compliance support, and progress tracking to help settings build confident, capable, and inspection-ready teams.

Individual Course	Team Training & Pathways
✅ Instant access	🏢 Designed for nurseries and childcare settings
✅ Self-paced learning	📈 Support workforce development
✅ CPD Certificate included	📋 Improve compliance and training oversight
✅ Ideal for individual professional development	👥 Train multiple staff members
£35	🤝 Ongoing support available