Designated Safeguarding Lead: Online Safety
An advanced course equipping designated safeguarding leads with the specialist knowledge needed to oversee online safety across a school setting.
advanced
90 minutes total
Designated safeguarding leads carry significant responsibility for online safety in their schools. This course goes beyond general awareness to cover the strategic, legal, and operational aspects of the role. From interpreting Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements to managing complex online safety incidents, this course provides the depth DSLs need to lead with confidence.
What you'll learn
- Understand the DSL's specific responsibilities for online safety under KCSIE
- Develop and maintain an effective whole-school online safety strategy
- Manage complex online safety incidents including evidence preservation and multi-agency working
- Evaluate and oversee the school's filtering, monitoring, and reporting systems