Safeguarding Adults at Risk
Care for adults at risk and keep them safe from harm and abuse. This half-day course covers the six safeguarding key principles, the signs of abuse, and how to report concerns properly.
About the course
Safeguarding that protects people, not just paperwork
This course gives care staff a clear, practical understanding of safeguarding: who it protects, the legislation behind it, how to recognise every type of abuse, and what to do when someone discloses. By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand who safeguarding is aimed at
- Know who an adult at risk is
- Know whose responsibility it is to safeguard
- Understand risk factors for abuse
- Understand the relevant legislation
- Be aware of all the different types of abuse
- Recognise signs of abuse
- Recognise a potential abuser
- Understand disclosure and whistleblowing procedures
What you’ll cover
Full course content
Eight areas move from who is at risk through the law and the signs of abuse, to disclosure, whistleblowing and safeguarding children in a care home.
Understanding adult safeguarding
- What is safeguarding?
- Who is an adult at risk?
- What increases someone’s risk?
- Making Safeguarding Personal
Roles, responsibilities & person-centred care
- Who is responsible?
- Partner agencies
- Person-centred care and spotting the signs
- The six safeguarding principles
The law you need to know
- Care Act 2014
- Mental Capacity Act 2005
- Duty of Candour
- Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR
- Equality Act 2010
- Human Rights Act 1998
- Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 and the DBS
- Domestic Abuse Act 2021
- Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998
- Regulation and inspection
- Health and Care Act 2022
Recognising abuse
- What counts as abuse?
- Categories of abuse
Types of abuse and what to look for
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Neglect and acts of omission
- Psychological and emotional abuse
- Financial and material abuse
- Discriminatory abuse
- Organisational abuse
- Self-neglect
- Domestic abuse
- Modern slavery
- A note on red flags
Who might abuse, and how to prevent it
- Who abuses people?
- What increases the risk of staff abusing?
- Prevention in practice
Reporting a concern
- What is disclosure?
- How to respond
- Why people don’t disclose
- Whistleblowing
- Supporting everyone involved
Safeguarding children in a care home setting
- Safeguarding children
- Risks to children visiting a care home
- Guidance and legislation
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Where is the training delivered?
All of our training is delivered on-site at your care home or workplace, anywhere in the UK. We come to you, so there are no travel costs or venue hire for your team. This course is theory-based, so we can also deliver it virtually over Zoom if that suits your team better.
How long is the Safeguarding Adults at Risk course?
It runs as a half day (3 hours) course, delivered in one visit unless stated otherwise.
How many delegates can attend?
Up to 15 delegates per session.
Do delegates receive a certificate?
Yes, every delegate receives a certificate on completion. We recommend refreshing every year.
How much does the course cost?
We price every course on application, based on your dates, location and delegate numbers. Use the contact buttons below. We reply quickly with a quote.
Can we combine courses into one visit?
Yes. Many clients build a full training day from shorter courses, and we can deliver several subjects in one visit. Just tell us what your team needs.
Do you only train care providers?
No. This course suits care settings, charities & faith groups, colleges & adult education, sports clubs, community groups. If your sector isn’t listed, ask and we’ll tailor the course to your setting.
Book this course
We bring Safeguarding training to your care home
Delivered on-site at your service or virtually. This theory-based course works both ways, nationwide, with pricing on application. Tell us your dates and delegate numbers and we’ll reply quickly with a quote.
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