What is the difference between an allegation and a complaint? What if the person isn’t our employee? What does part 4 of KCSIE require us to do and what about keeping records afterwards?

This training event is suitable for members of the school leadership team, heads of department and / or HR officers who may in the future refer, be asked to investigate, or oversee an investigation of, an allegation against a member of staff or volunteer.

Aim
To equip delegates with the skills and understanding to recognise allegations of professional abuse and undertake robust disciplinary investigations.

Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, delegates will:

• be able to describe a range of behaviours that could be considered ‘allegations of professional abuse’
• fulfil the requirements of KCSIE in relation to low level concerns (LLC)
• be familiar with the statutory guidance and relevant legislation, including time-scales and record-keeping
• review and, if necessary, update their own policy and procedures to ensure best practice
• have a sound understanding of the role and responsibilities of an investigating officer
• be able to plan then undertake an efficient investigation and draw conclusions confidently
• appreciate when suspension may be appropriate, and possible alternatives to suspension
• understand which circumstances invoke the legal duty to refer to regulatory bodies

About the Presenter
Carolyn is a highly experienced and skilled trainer in the field of child protection and safeguarding. She has already run very successful training programmes for Designated Safeguarding Leads and Safer Recruitment within our sector and will work closely with NASS to ensure that this course meets our need.

Deadline for receipt of bookings: 14^th November 2025
Deadline for receipt of cancellations: 13^th November 2025