Child Protection Issues
Tuesday 20 May 2008 - Duxbury Park, Chorley
This Seminar Will Be of Interest To
College governors most importantly, the designated Child Protection Governor (as required in section 137 of the Education Act) should attend this training.
About This Seminar
Governors have a legal obligation to ensure that the college conforms to the legislation. There are new requirements in law, such as the New Child Protection, The Sexual Offences Act 2005, The Children Act 2004 and other relevant legislation.
The Benefits of Attending
- To understand the legal responsibilities of Governors
- To know their role in the duty of care to students
- To recognise the link between child abuse and behaviour
- To know the requirements for the protection of vulnerable adults
- Understanding the policy
Presenter Martyn Davis
Martyn worked in higher and further education, spending seven years as Head of Student Services. He trained as a behaviour psychologist, and undertakes training in child protection, protection of vulnerable adults and behaviour management across the country.
