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This training provides practitioners with the knowledge, confidence, and practical tools to recognise, understand, and respond safely to sexualised behaviours in children and young people. It explores the continuum of sexual behaviours, from healthy and developmentally appropriate to concerning or harmful, through the lens of child development, trauma, attachment, and neurodiversity. The session links theory to practice by drawing on real-world scenarios and national safeguarding frameworks, equipping participants to manage disclosures, assess risk, and implement effective safety planning. Participants will also develop confidence in promoting healthy relationships, consent, and safe boundaries, while knowing when and how to access specialist advice and therapeutic support.
To equip professionals with the understanding and practical skills to identify, assess, and respond appropriately to sexualised behaviours in children and young people, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and healthy development within a trauma-informed safeguarding framework.
The objectives of this course are for participants to:
Differentiate between healthy, concerning, and harmful sexual behaviours in line with child development and safeguarding frameworks.
Recognise the influences of trauma, attachment, neurodiversity, and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on the presentation of sexualised behaviours.
Apply safeguarding responsibilities and legal frameworks (Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Working Together 2023, NICE guidance) when responding to sexualised behaviours.
Respond safely and appropriately in practice, including managing disclosures, recording, risk assessment, and safety planning.
Promote healthy relationships, consent, and safe boundaries while accessing specialist advice and therapeutic support where required.
Develop confidence in engaging in open, non-judgemental conversations with children and young people about sexual development and behaviour.
Strengthen multi-agency collaboration and information-sharing to ensure coordinated responses and effective support plans.
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