Train the Trainers

Creating Safer Spaces

Safeguarding: Foundation Module

Train the Trainers

The majority of people with a role at church, are required to undertake the Foundation Module of Safeguarding Training, however it's not always easy to find available courses.

If you or your church would like to take control of safeguarding training then this is the course for you.

In Train the Trainers we equip you with the skills and practical things you need to deliver the Foundation module. You would then be able to support the training needs of your church or join your Circuit Training team.

As a trainer you will need to have completed the Foundation module and to complete the Advanced module within 6 months.
We realised that in the past there has been no Safer Recruitment process for trainers. To address this, a role outline has been written and the link to download is on this page. Hopefully this will tally with your experience of the role.
We are now also asking for people to complete a Volunteer Application form, which should be passed onto the Circuit Safeguarding Officer. They will then share these with the Circuit Leadership team, who are asked to write to me confirming that they approve your application -- this will act as the reference. Please note that without circuits endorsement, you will not be able to attend either the Familiarisation or skills training.

The training is in two parts.
Facilitation skills – a 2 hours session looking at some of the specific skills needed to facilitate and manage the material, especially looking at known issues which have been raised in the past. This is essential for new trainers and again may be of use to those who are more experienced.
Familiarisation – a 2 hour session giving familiarity with the training material, this is essential for all trainers as the course has been updated for 2024

Next Training Event

The Facilitation session in on 12 November at 7pm and the Familiarisation session on on 19 November at 7pm. Both sessions will be held on Zoom. By booking on the 12 November session, you are also confirming you will be attending on 19 November.
The Trainers Handbook and a memory stick with the files needed to deliver the training will be posted out after the deadline to book (1 November). There is a minimum number needed to make sessions viable.
As part of safer recruitment, you will need to have the approval of your circuit meeting. You will also need to know the date you completed the Foundation Module, the Advanced Module and your DBS check. This information is requested as part of the registration process.
Book your place here