Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Assignment 2 Case study (40%) and associated poster (20%) 1600 Words | 60% |
| Semester Assessment | Assignment 1 - Essay 1600 Words | 40% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Assignment 2 Case study (40%) and associated poster (20%) 1600 Words | 60% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Assignment 1 - Essay 1600 Words | 40% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Understand and evaluate frameworks for safeguarding.
Evaluate the implementation of safeguarding in different educational contexts.
Evaluate and understand the importance of multi-agency approaches.
Understand the professional roles and responsibilities of practitioners and leaders in safeguarding.
Reflect on their own practices and/or experiences of professional practice in education.
Brief description
This module will prepare students with the knowledge and skills to prepare and implement effective safeguarding practices that align with legislation and policy. Students will evaluate frameworks and legislation for safeguarding and, through a series of case studies, will evaluate the implementation of safeguarding practices in various educational contexts. The module will outline some of the key safeguarding issues facing children and vulnerable adults both within education and wider society. The module will enhance the professional practices of learners and prepare them to work with potentially vulnerable groups.
Content
Introduction To Safeguarding
Policy And Procedure
Safeguarding In Context
Safeguarding - Children’s Voice and Children’s rights
Serious Case Reviews
Safeguarding Training
Safeguarding - A Multi-agency Approach
Building Relationships
Theories of Leadership in safeguarding
Leading safeguarding in an organisation
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Statistical reports will be considered and data to support arguments will be analysed. |
| Communication | This will be developed both in seminar discussions and in preparation for the assessments. |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Assessment for learning will be incorporated into many sessions to allow learners to reflect on their own performance and to develop strategies to improve. |
| Information Technology | All assignments will be word processes and students will be required to utilize IT resources in the research of their assignments. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | Reflection activities during seminars will be used to encourage personal development. |
| Problem solving | Students will evaluate safeguarding policies and their implementation in various contexts. |
| Research skills | This will be developed throughout the module but particularly in regards to the research necessary in the assessments. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Students will develop skills in regards to safeguarding implementation and professional practice. |
| Team work | Seminar activities will involve group work. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 5