Safeguarding Training

Preparatory module for all other training levels, and useful basic knowledge for anyone who is interested. The Basic Awareness module is available via the Safeguarding Training Portal. Please contact your PSO for support in accessing this if required.

If you cannot complete the training online or with support from your Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO), we run in-person training sessions at the Diocesan Office, Lowesmoor.  Please ask your PSO to email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk with your name, contact details, role and parish/church to book you a space. Please note, spaces are limited and you may be added to a waiting list; we will let you know if this is the case.

Friday 5th June, 9:45am - 12pm

Required learning for all PCC members, those working with children and/or vulnerable adults, and as pre-requisite learning for anyone needing to complete ‘Leadership module’ Available via the Safeguarding Training Portal. Please contact your PSO for support in accessing this if required.

If you cannot complete the training online or with support from your Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO), we run in-person training sessions at the Diocesan Office, Lowesmoor.  Please ask your PSO to email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk with your name, contact details, role and parish/church to book you a space.  Please note, spaces are limited and you may be added to a waiting list; we will let you know if this is the case.

Friday 5th June, 1pm-3:15pm

This course is designed for those people who play a lead role in shaping the culture of the Church.This includes Clergy, Retired Clergy (PTOs), Readers, Authorised Lay Ministers, Parish Safeguarding Officers, Tower Captains (at prominent towers or who teach/instruct) and anyone who significantly influences the culture of the church or other relevant body. Church Wardens are not required to attend unless in vacancy, although are welcome at any time. 

If you are not sure what level of safeguarding training you should complete, please check here for a complete list.

Before attending the Safeguarding Leadership course, you are required to read the 'Culture Conversation Audit' and answer some reflective questions. You will need to send your answered pre-course reflective questions and culture audit to safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk at least 5 working days before your course. Please click on the links below to download the workbook containing the questions and other information required for the course:

Delegate Workbook

Zoom FAQ

ONLINE – Safeguarding Leadership Training (sessions will take place via Zoom; links will be sent to those booked on prior to the first session) 

Fridays 8^th & 15^th May, 10am-11:30am Fully Booked

Thursdays 21st & 28th May, 2pm-3:30pm Book Here

Wednesdays 3^rd & 17^th June, 2pm-3:30pm Fully Booked

Wednesdays 3^rd & 17^th June, 7pm-8:30pm Fully Booked

Mondays 15^th & 29^th June, 10am-11:30am Book Here

Fridays 26th June & 3rd July, 10am-11:30am Book Here

Mondays 6^th & 13^th July, 2pm-3:30pm Fully Booked

Mondays 20th & 27th July, 7pm-8:30pm Book Here

The course comprises of two sessions over a two or three week period, therfore you must be able to attend both sessions to complete the course. However, you only need to book the first session, which will qualify you for session two as well (please note that we have deliberately blocked out the second sessions so these cannot be booked – they will appear as "sold out" so they remain reserved for those booked onto session one).

IN-PERSON Safeguarding Leadership Training – Diocese of Worcester Offices, Lowesmoor Wharf

Monday 8th June, 10am-3:15pm (one session only covering both parts of the online course)

Please note that places are limited and therefore fill quickly.  If the course you have asked to join is already full, we will email to let you know and offer you alternative dates. To be added to a waiting list, please email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk.

We run a specialised pathway for those holding PTO; invitations will be sent at time of renewal or email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk for further information. 

It is a national requirement that this online training is completed by all clergy and lay ministers holding the Bishop's licence or Permission to Officiate, and also by all Parish Safeguarding Officers. It is also available to others in church officer roles who wish to increase their awareness, and will become a requirement for further roles (e.g. ALMs) later this year. The module is available as an online course via the Safeguarding Training Portal; it is accessible in your own time and does not need to be completed in one sitting. If you feel affected by any of the content of this training, please contact one of the safeguarding team who will be pleased to offer support.

We will be running an in-person course on Monday 29th June, 12:50pm-3:10pm, at the Diocesan Office, Lowesmoor. Please email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk if you would like to attend, stating your name, contact details, role and church/parish. 

This optional module is available to everyone via the Safeguarding Training Portal.

For Parish Safeguarding Officers (PSOs), DBS Administrators, and anyone involved in parish recruitment, this is now available as an online course, accesible through the Safeguarding Training Portal.

• Risk Assessment template for activities
• Personal safety risk assessment
• Responding to Safeguarding situations flow chart
• Recording form template for Safeguarding concerns or disclosures
• Sample policy for Social Media use

For anyone who has been newly recruited into the post of Parish Safeguarding Officer, or who has not completed an induction previously.

Monday 18th May, 6:45pm - 8:30pm; Book Here

The session will take place via Zoom, please be aware there is a course handbook which requires some pre and post-course reflection - this will be sent at time of booking. For more information, please email safeguardingtraining@cofe-worcester.org.uk.