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Safe Learning Environment

We take the responsibility for providing a safe and supportive training environment for our learners both as individuals and as a group very seriously.

We believe that by being honest, fair and innovative in our approach to learners we can help them to make the most from their training experience with us.

We pride ourselves on creating a safe and caring learning environment where groups and individuals can explore sensitive issues in the knowledge that they will be supported in getting assistance with any difficult issues that may arise in the course of the training. Safeguarding can be an emotive issue from which difficult individual past or present experiences can arise. All our training programmes are structured to facilitate a safe process for discussion and learning around the subject matter.

We know from experience that whilst some people may embrace our learning styles with enthusiasm others may find them a bit daunting, and of course this can be true in all types of training and learning situations.

Although our aim is to encourage and support learners to consider and embrace new learning styles and opportunities the power lies ultimately with the learner and we always respect their right to say “no” to any particular exercise we may ask them to take part in. We have a robust learning contract which enables learners to discuss in advance any aspect of the course they may be concerned or apprehensive about.

 


Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Statement

The safety of children and vulnerable adults is considered paramount, therefore any information obtained during training courses or consultancy sessions which indicates that a child or vulnerable adult may be at risk of harm will require our staff to take appropriate action. This may include contacting social care, the police and your management to ensure that the right people are aware of the risk to that child, children or vulnerable adult(s).

We are committed to promoting a safer, more secure and happier life for children, young people, vulnerable adults and their families.