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Swindon LSCB Training - Managing Allegations Against Staff

Target Group: Level 3

For Senior Managers (or nominated deputy) with a responsibility for managing allegations as identified within employers’ procedures and other professionals who want to learn more about the subject.

Numbers: 24 Delegates Maximum

Aim

To explore and develop the new roles for managing allegations and to gain a better understanding of these responsibilities.

Objectives

1. To state the procedures for managing allegations as defined by Working Together and the South West Child Protection Procedures
2. To define what an allegation is
3. To describe the role of the Local Authority Designated Officer
4. To analyse an allegation and calculate the appropriate action to be taken
5. To define your role in managing allegations
6. To explain the importance of equality and diversity when managing allegations.

Course Length: Half a day

Facilitated By: Julie Downey, Stephanie McQuade, Lesley Boorman & Geoff Wood.

Date & Times of Course

• Tuesday 17 June 2008, 0900 – 1300
• Monday 17 November 2008, 1300 – 1700
• Tuesday 13 January 2009, 0900 - 1300

You may also wish to refer to the Training Calendar