Start Point: New To DSL
This free, editable checklist maps out your key tasks for your first few weeks, half-term and full term. No overwhelm, no guesswork - just a clear starting point so you can focus on what matters most: keeping children safe.
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Start with the free checklist above, then explore the tools and templates in the Everything You Need to Start Leading Safeguarding Pack to help you get organised and confident from day one.
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You know the role but every school's systems are different. Our safeguarding audit help you quickly assess what's in place, what needs updating and where the gaps are.
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From termly training programmes to single-session staff meeting bundles, we've got ready-to-deliver safeguarding CPD that meets your statutory obligations without creating work from scratch.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns involving colleagues with these editable scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they support professional reflection and help embed a transparent, safeguarding-first culture.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores a wide range of concerns about staff, including inappropriate online conduct, failure to act on safeguarding duties, dismissing child-on-child abuse, intimate care issues, over-familiarity, harmful responses to mental health, and discriminatory attitudes such as Islamophobia. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to support confident, responsible action in line with safeguarding policies.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to signs of domestic abuse with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they cover a range of situations to help staff identify concerns and take appropriate action.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores different aspects of domestic abuse, including children witnessing abuse at home, staff uncertainty or dismissal of concerns, and general signs of harm within the home environment. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to prompt professional reflection and strengthen safeguarding responses.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to different forms of emotional abuse with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they cover a range of situations to build staff confidence and deepen professional understanding.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores key aspects of emotional abuse, including restrictive parenting, exposure to bullying and hostile language, parentification, and the emotional impact of high family expectations. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to prompt discussion and reinforce effective safeguarding responses.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to signs of fabricated or induced illness (FII) with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they cover a range of situations to build staff confidence and strengthen safeguarding practice.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores different aspects of fabricated illness, including frequent medical appointments without clear cause and children being withdrawn from normal activities. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to prompt professional discussion and support a proactive safeguarding culture.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to harmful practices with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they support confident, culturally sensitive responses to complex safeguarding concerns.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores key harmful practices, including female genital mutilation (FGM), honour-based abuse, and abuse linked to faith or belief. Scenarios include both pre-incident warning signs and post-incident concerns. Each one can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to build staff confidence and reinforce clear safeguarding procedures.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to online harms with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they help staff understand the digital risks children may face and how to respond appropriately.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores key online safeguarding issues, including filtering and monitoring, exposure to misogynistic content, and the impact of misinformation and disinformation. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to support confident, informed responses to online risk.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to different signs of physical abuse with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they cover a range of situations to build staff confidence and strengthen safeguarding culture.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores different aspects of physical abuse, including unexplained injuries and abuse between siblings. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to prompt professional discussion and reinforce safeguarding procedures.
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Train staff to recognise and respond to signs of radicalisation and extremist influence with these editable safeguarding scenarios. Designed for designated safeguarding leads (DSLs), deputy DSLs and anyone leading safeguarding CPD, they support confident conversations around this sensitive and complex area of safeguarding.
☑️ Editable Word scenarios with full DSL commentary for guided discussion
☑️ Ideal for safeguarding staff training, INSET sessions or small-group CPD
☑️ Variants include scenarios for primary, secondary and those suitable for any age
This set explores a range of safeguarding risks, including far-right radicalisation, staff promoting extremist views, extremist ideologies, and the influence of incel culture. Each scenario can be used flexibly in staff meetings or training to support early identification, professional discussion and a clear safeguarding response.
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