Safeguarding and the New Data Protection Law: What Every DSL Needs to Know

This session gives leaders the clarity and confidence to translate the new Department for Education guidance into practical, proportionate action. It explores what preparedness really means in an education setting, how to embed protective security into everyday safeguarding practice, and the steps leaders can take now to build resilience before a crisis occurs.

Understanding Protective Security & Preparedness for Schools Guidance

Protective Security & Preparedness for Schools | EduShield Webinar 2025

This session explores the new Ofsted Inspecting Safeguarding Toolkit (2025) and explains what it means for schools, colleges, and education providers. It is designed to help leaders and staff understand how safeguarding is evaluated during inspections and how best to demonstrate a strong safeguarding culture.


Ofsted Toolkit (2025) – Inspecting Safeguarding

This session explores a growing and urgent safeguarding risk: unregistered alternative provision settings and the gaps in safer recruitment.


The Safer Recruitment Gap in Unregistered Alternative Provision

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Final Assessment 

Assessment and Certification

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The DSL Connect: Term One DSL Update Course brings together all the key safeguarding briefings, webinars and updates delivered during the first term of the academic year. Designed for Designated Safeguarding Leads and senior safeguarding staff, this cours

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DSL Connect: Term 1 DSL Update Course

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