What safeguarding training do I need?
Take a look at the table below to find out what safeguarding training is appropriate for your role, and how you can access it.
UK Coaching Safeguarding and Protecting Children Online Classrooms
| Role in relation to children | Minimum criteria | Training available | Training providers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular responsibility | 3 hour face-to-face training initially, followed by 2-3 yearly refresher | Safeguarding & Protecting Children, Child Protection Basic Awareness or sport specific. Online refresher from NSPCC/KSCB | |
| Incidental or no contact, or no responsibility | Introductory training is sufficient, can be done online | Available from NSPCC and KSCB | |
| Designated role (for example welfare officer) | Specialist training | Time to Listen (CPSU), or Child Protection for Designated Staff (KSCB); Safe Events (CPSU) | |
| Responsibility for recruitment | Safer recruitment training | Available online from NSPCC and KSCB | |
| Everyone | Additional training/CPD is recommended | CPSU webinars, NGB specific (e.g. RFU Play It Safe), Coaching Children/Engaging Sessions (UKC) Club experience for Young People |