Safeguarding Support

Early years professionals are being asked to keep track of a number of safeguarding changes this year.

To help make sense of what is confirmed and what is still developing, Yvonne Sinclair and Shelley Armstrong are joining Parenta for a free webinar on Wednesday 16 September at 10.30am.

The one-hour session will cover the latest safeguarding updates and what settings may need to prepare for from September.

It is suitable for practitioners, room leaders, managers, nursery owners and SENCOs.

Book your free place here: https://lnkd.in/ekbRKdxS

We’re delighted to be joining Parenta to deliver a free safeguarding webinar on Wednesday 16 September at 10.30am.

**Safeguarding Changes: What’s Confirmed & What’s Coming**

This practical one-hour session will help early years professionals understand which safeguarding changes are confirmed, what is still developing and what they need to prepare for from September.

Yvonne and Shelley will recap the key developments from the past year and provide updates linked to:

🟣 Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026
🟣 Working Together to Safeguard Children 2026
🟣 the Crime and Policing Act 2026
🟣 the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026
🟣 Ofsted safeguarding developments
🟣 restrictive intervention and safe touch
🟣 medical conditions, allergies and safer eating
🟣 safer sleeping requirements
🟣 wearable technology, AI glasses and the DBS Update Service
🟣 effective safeguarding record keeping

Where legislation or guidance is still being finalised, Yvonne and Shelley will share the latest confirmed position available on the day.

The session is suitable for early years practitioners, room leaders, managers, nursery owners and SENCOs.

Register for your free place here: 873b3972-dfb8-4cf2-9cee-d503c3058d9e@d0723603-291a-43f6-82a3-cd5de5a77890" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/873b3972-dfb8-4cf2-9cee-d503c3058d9e@d0723603-291a-43f6-82a3-cd5de5a77890

School may be out for summer, but safeguarding preparation often continues behind the scenes.

For DSLs, senior leaders and safeguarding teams, the summer break can provide valuable time to review current arrangements and prepare for the new academic year.

We can support you with:

➡️ Staff safeguarding and child protection training, delivered onsite or live online
➡️ On-demand staff training, with built-in exercises and planned pauses to support internal delivery
➡️ Early Years Safeguarding Practitioner and DSL training
➡️ Flexible, self-paced DSL eLearning
➡️ Safeguarding reviews
➡️ Reflective supervision
➡️ Email and telephone advice on operational safeguarding and safer recruitment matters

Whether you are planning September training, reviewing your current arrangements or looking for practical advice, our support can be tailored to your setting’s priorities.

To discuss your plans:

📞 01274 752299
✉️ [email protected]

A free resource for schools, settings and families.

Our Support leaflet for parents and carers includes useful links, guidance and sources of help to share over the summer holidays.

Download it here:https://safeguardingsupport.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Useful-Resources-for-parents-July-26.pdf

Please feel free to share it with your school or wider community.

As the school year draws to a close, we would like to say thank you to everyone working across education for the commitment, care and dedication you have shown throughout the year.

Safeguarding takes time, thought and resilience, and the work you do makes a real difference to children, families and colleagues every day.

We hope you have the opportunity to rest, recharge and enjoy a well-earned summer break.

We will still be here over the summer if you need safeguarding advice or support, and we will continue to share updates on KCSIE 2026 and other developments as they arise.

Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable summer.

Yvonne and the team

KCSIE 2026 has arrived... and we're already working our way through it.

Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 has now been published and comes into force on 1 September 2026.

As with every new edition, we'll be taking the time to review the guidance carefully before sharing practical insights and recommendations.

While we've already identified some notable changes, it's important to understand not only what has changed, but what those changes mean for schools, trusts, DSLs, governors and safeguarding professionals.

Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing:

· Practical summaries of the key changes
· What schools should be considering before September
· Policy and training implications
· Practical guidance to help you prepare with confidence

If you'd like these updates delivered straight to your inbox, subscribe to our safeguarding newsletter: https://safeguardingsupport.com/safeguarding-audits/ -signup

Don't forget, our FREE Keeping Children Safe in Education and Other Legislation Updates webinar returns in September, where we'll be exploring the key changes and what they mean in practice.

Find out more and reserve your place: https://safeguardingsupport.com/catalogue/129-free-keeping-children-safe-in-education-and-other-legislation-updates/

How far have you got with your first read of KCSIE 2026?

CAPE National Conference 2026 – Safe Learning, Safe Practice, Safe Children

If you are a DSL, senior leader or safeguarding professional, this conference offers an excellent opportunity to hear from leading experts on the latest safeguarding developments affecting education settings.

Topics include legislative updates, SEND, reducing parental conflict, belonging and inclusion, RSHE developments, misogyny and sexism in schools, and online safety.

📅 1 October 2026
📍 Last Drop Village Hotel & Spa, Bolton

A valuable day of learning, professional development and networking for anyone with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reserve your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cape-national-conference-safe-learning-safe-practice-safe-children-tickets-1984923949967

Cape National Conference ‘Safe Learning, Safe Practice, Safe Children’ Join us for a full day updating your knowledge of law , policy and procedural changes within safeguarding children practice.

England's first match and 4–2 victory over Croatia will be a talking point in many schools.

While major sporting events bring excitement and enjoyment for most families, they can also create additional pressures within some households.

Research has found a correlation between major football tournaments and increased reports of domestic abuse. This serves as an important reminder for schools to remain vigilant, maintain professional curiosity and ensure support remains visible for children and families who may need it.

Some simple considerations for safeguarding teams:

✅ Keep vulnerable children visible
✅ Remind staff to report concerns promptly
✅ Review domestic abuse signposting
✅ Monitor attendance and wellbeing following key fixtures

For most families, the World Cup will be a positive experience. However, maintaining awareness helps ensure that support is available when it is needed most.

Read our latest blog to learn more 👉 https://safeguardingsupport.com/world-cup-domestic-abuse-safeguarding-dsls/

What do the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026 and the Crime and Policing Act 2026 mean for schools and trusts?

Join us for our June Safeguarding CPD session as we explore the safeguarding implications of these important legislative changes and what education leaders need to know for the 2026/27 academic year.

We'll cover:

✅ Information sharing and the unique child identifier

✅ Attendance, alternative provision and elective home education safeguards

✅ Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE) and emerging safeguarding risks

✅ Changes affecting safer recruitment and regulated activity

✅ Implications for SCR management and recruitment practice

✅ Practical considerations for DSLs, senior leaders and governors

This is a practical session designed to help schools translate legislative change into confident safeguarding practice.

📅 30 June 2026

⏰ 60-minute briefing plus 30 minutes for questions and discussion

This session is FREE for our Safeguarding Package Members and DSLs who have trained with us this academic year. Use code IN26 when booking.

👉 Book your place:
https://safeguardingsupport.com/catalogue/151-cpd-childrens-wellbeing-and-schools-act-2026-crime-and-policing-act-2026-and-other-updates/

We look forward to seeing you there.

For those who don't subscribe...

Our latest safeguarding newsletter explored the government's children’s social care reform programme and what schools and trusts may need to prepare for as local safeguarding arrangements continue to evolve.

While implementation will vary locally, the direction of travel is clear:

✅ Stronger multi-agency working

✅ Greater emphasis on early help and family support

✅ Increased collaboration across education, social care, health and policing

For safeguarding leaders, now is a good time to reflect on how safeguarding, attendance, inclusion and family support are aligned within your setting.

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