Safeguarding and Child Protection for Volunteers and Helpers 

Although legislation may make a distinction between staff and volunteers, the reality is child safety does not. Whether in direct or non-direct child-facing positions, it is important for everyone supporting organisations working with children and young people to receive safeguarding and child protection training.

This eLearning course helps volunteers and helpers access safeguarding and child protection training in a manner that is proportionate and practical to their needs and availability. Learners will explore common organisational safeguarding and child protection requirements and the safeguarding and child protection knowledge and skills needed to help them in their volunteer/helper role. Learners can take a phased apporach, picking up where they left off and most complete in less than an hour. learners through:

This eLearning course is specifically designed for volunteers and helpers supporting an organisation for an event or a limited number of hours/days within a month. Those providing assistance on a more regular basis are encouraged to receive the same safeguarding and child protection training as staff. Some of our other eLearning courses can help you meet those needs.