Information for Workers

Swindon LSCB Training - Application Procedures

Applications should be made in the first instance via your manager and then to your Link Person as they will need to prioritise according to training needs.  Application forms can be downloaded from these web pages or obtained from your Link Person.

We endeavour to send confirmation letters/emails 2-3 weeks prior to the course. Whilst we try to ensure that all applicants are granted places on the course they apply for, as courses are generally oversubscribed, this is not always possible. Should this be the case, you will be contacted and advised to apply again.

Should you require clarification on the application process please contact the LSCB Administrator, Christine Mister on 01793 463803 or by email.

Fees

If your agency contributes to the LSCB budget there is no charge for each course. If your agency does not contribute there will be a fee of £60 for each course. Please note there is no charge for Foundation Training.  However, our cancellation policy does apply (see below).

Cancellation Policy

A course applicant may withdraw without penalty subject to a minimum notice of 10 working days be given to the training administrator (Tel 01793 463803). If notice of less time than this is given a cancellation charge mayl be applied. Cancellation charges are £75 per whole day's training and £55 per half-day's training.

Attendance

Submitting an application form does not guarantee you a place on a course. Given the level of over-subscription and the importance of safeguarding children for both staff and the welfare of children, your full attendance on the course will be required. Timings are strictly adhered to during the training, so if you cannot attend the full course for any reason we would request that you re-apply for a more suitable date.

Certificates and Evaluation

All participants who complete each course will be awarded an LSCB Training Certificate and will be expected to complete an evaluation form. Certificates will not be awarded to participants who fail to attend the whole session of the course.

Commissioning Training

If you agency wishes to buy in training and does not contribute to the LSCB budget, there will be a charge of £100 per hour. Please contact the LSCB Trainer on 01793 464365 or by email.