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Courses
At Lighthouse, we provide high-quality, tailored training for children’s homes, supported accommodation providers, and professionals working in children’s services. Our courses align with organisational policy, regulations, and best practice, ensuring staff have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver safe, effective interventions. Delivered by sector experts with real-life experience, our training prepares teams to provide high-quality, individualised care that supports the safety, wellbeing, and development of children and young people.
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Our health and safety courses provide essential training to promote workplace safety and wellbeing, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to maintain compliance, prevent hazards, and respond effectively to emergencies.
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Our leadership courses empower managers and senior staff with the skills to lead effectively, promote safeguarding excellence, and foster a culture of accountability and therapeutic care. These courses equip leaders to drive positive outcomes for their teams and the individuals they support.
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Our comprehensive safeguarding courses equip teams with the knowledge and skills to protect children from harm. Covering a range of essential topics, these courses ensure participants are prepared to respond effectively and responsibly to safeguarding children and young people.
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Our therapeutic courses provide valuable insights and practical strategies to support children and young people. These courses equip participants to address developmental trauma, foster emotional resilience, and create nurturing environments that promote healing and wellbeing.
COURSE IMPACT
What impact do our courses have?
Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Training
This training was highly valued, with participants praising the clarity and relevance of the content. It enhanced their understanding of the critical role of the Safeguarding Lead in overseeing safeguarding practices and compliance. Participants now feel more confident in managing and leading safeguarding efforts across their teams, ensuring they are equipped to lead safeguarding initiatives with competence and assurance.
Child Exploitation Training
100% of participants agreed that the content was highly relevant to their roles. This training deepened staff understanding of the dynamics of child exploitation and enhanced their ability to identify exploitation risks early. The practical guidance provided has significantly improved how the team responds to exploitation concerns.
Young People Who Go Missing from Care Training
100% positive feedback confirmed the session’s effectiveness, with participants gaining confidence in the procedures for handling incidents where young people go missing. The Philomena Protocol was explained clearly, and practical scenarios helped staff feel prepared to manage these critical situations effectively.
Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness Training
87.5% of participants felt more confident in managing sensitive situations, particularly with regards to ligature training and crisis management. Leanne’s expertise and practical examples provided staff with the tools needed to respond effectively to high-risk situations. Participants now feel better prepared to support young people in crisis with care and professionalism.
Safer Caring and Professional Boundaries Training
93% of participants reported increased confidence in adhering to safeguarding policies and maintaining professional boundaries. The session allowed staff to reflect on their practices, discuss ethical issues, and gain insights into how to navigate professional relationships while providing high-quality care. This training has strengthened ethical standards and professional conduct across all levels of the team.
Safeguarding Children Training
With a 94% satisfaction rate and 61% of participants rating themselves as "very satisfied", this session equipped staff with the skills to better identify abuse indicators and handle disclosures. Participants appreciated Leanne’s clear explanations of safeguarding laws and guidelines, which were instrumental in improving the team’s proactive approach to child protection.
Recognising Peer-on-Peer Abuse
93.75% of participants reported feeling "very confident" in applying what they learned. The session focused on preventing and addressing peer-on-peer abuse, providing participants with practical strategies for creating safer environments for young people. The interactive approach, which included real-life case studies, ensured the team felt well-prepared to handle challenging situations.
Supporting Young People to Be Safe Online Training
93.75% of participants rated Leanne as "very effective", with 75% of attendees giving the session an "excellent" rating. This training enhanced the team's ability to address online safety issues such as cyberbullying, grooming, and social media risks, empowering staff to take a proactive approach to protecting young people in the digital world.
Safer Recruitment Training
100% of participants rated the training as "highly relevant", and all found the strategies shared to be "extremely useful". This session provided practical, actionable tools that were immediately applied to strengthen recruitment processes, ensuring safer hiring practices across teams.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about our courses
Your training has been invaluable, deepening our understanding of recording and its implications. Feedback has been unanimous - this work has led to more individualised care, better outcomes, and a greater sense of safety for our children.
Head of Operations
Leanne’s training has transformed our safeguarding approach, enhancing knowledge and confidence while equipping staff with practical skills. This has improved daily practices and created a safer, more supportive environment for the children.
Director
The annual quality report reflects significant growth and commitment this year—thank you for sharing. Recent discussions highlight how training has clarified needs, expectations, and processes, making everyone feel safer and more accountable. This is a testament to the relentless efforts of you, Leanne, and the wider management team.
Business Manager
The training was highly valuable. The trainer was knowledgeable and approachable, making complex topics easier to understand. It reinforced my understanding of safeguarding and clarified the DSL role, helping me and my team leaders navigate grey areas. I feel more confident in my role as an RM and will refer back to our policies to ensure compliance.
Registered Manager
The safeguarding training I attended was highly informative and practical, offering valuable real world examples that I can apply directly in my role. The trainer’s expertise and the interactive elements made the session engaging and memorable, boosting my confidence in handling safeguarding concerns. It was a great refresher, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in a safeguarding role.
Residential Support Worker
I recently completed a Suicide and Self-Harm training session, and I am incredibly impressed with the depth and quality of the content. Leanne was both knowledgeable and engaging, providing clear, actionable guidance on handling sensitive topics such as ligature safety, self-harm recognition, and prevention techniques. The training not only expanded my knowledge but also equipped me with practical tools to identify warning signs and respond appropriately in crisis situations. I feel more confident in supporting individuals who may be struggling with these issues and am grateful for the resources provided. I highly recommend this training to anyone in the field, it’s a vital learning experience that will significantly enhance your ability to safeguard and support vulnerable individuals.
Registered Manager