Why do we do Safeguarding training?
Safeguarding training is a proactive measure to protect the vulnerable, uphold ethical standards, and foster a safe and caring environment within the diocese. Safeguarding training raises awareness about how to identify and respond to potential risks and concerns regarding the safety and well-being of individuals, particularly vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, or individual’s disabilities. It helps equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to create a safe environment and protect against abuse, neglect, or harm.
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How is training delivered?
Basic Awareness, Foundation, Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse and Safer Recruitment and People Management courses can be completed via the National Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal. If you haven't used this before you can register for an account and then complete your training online at a time to suit you.
The Leadership course and Role Specific Pathways courses are delivered with a trainer, either online using Microsoft Teams or in person. Safeguarding Leadership is a two-part training of 1.5 hours per session, as well as some work to complete at home before and after the sessions.
You can book onto the training and complete all the preparatory work via the Church of England Training Portal. You will need to have a Portal account, which will be the same if you completed the Basic Awareness and Foundation training online. If you don’t have an account, you will need to create one using the link above. For more information about how to use the portal please see our guidance notes.
Participants are required to have completed prior learning through the Basic Awareness and Foundations courses. By requesting enrolment, you are confirming prior completion of these.
For further information regarding The Church of England Safeguarding Learning & Development Framework visit Safeguarding Learning & Development Framework
To contact the Safeguarding Learning and Development Officer email training@peterborough-dicoese.org.uk
Safeguarding - Training & DBS Guidance
For Church Officers, Staff & Volunteers
Welcome
Creating safe spaces is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you are leading worship, supporting youth, visiting homes, or offering a warm welcome, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
This guide helps you:
• ✅ Understand required safeguarding training for your role
• 🧾 Know the level and type of DBS checks needed
• 🔍 Reference requirements quickly, clearly, and confidently
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves—for the protection of the vulnerable, and to uphold safe and responsible care.”
To remain compliant, ALL safeguarding training levels and DBS checks within the Diocese of Peterborough must be refreshed every three years.
This list is not exhaustive for every role – if you are unsure which training level(s) apply to your role please refer to Safeguarding Learning & Development Framework or contact training@peterborough-diocese.org.uk for guidance.