Access our multi-agency safeguarding adults training
It is important that all frontline staff and volunteers know about safeguarding adults and what to do if they have a concern about abuse or neglect. Multi-agency safeguarding adults training is free to access for anyone living, working or volunteering in Newcastle. In addition to the safeguarding adults training programme, we recommend people consider other relevant training programmes and resources that support learning and understanding.
Cancelling a training booking
If you need to cancel a safeguarding training booking, please contact Workforce Development Admin: wfdadmin@newcastle.gov.uk
Other ways to learn
Safeguarding Adults Workbook
This option allows staff and volunteers to complete Level 1 training at their own pace with support from a line manager.
To access the workbook, email: safeguardingadultstraining@newcastle.gov.uk
In-House Training
Organisations can provide in-house training at Level 1. The training must follow the Minimum Standards & Capability Framework.
Specialist Training
The Learning and Development Officer may be able to provide specialist training on request.
Please email with your request: safeguardingadultstraining@newcastle.gov.uk
Other Training Programmes and Resources
Safe Newcastle Domestic Abuse Courses
The Safe Newcastle Domestic Abuse Multi Agency Training Programme provides training courses for practitioners and volunteers working in Newcastle.
Other e-learning/video resources
E-learning and video training resources. They cover some specific areas of safeguarding practice which complement the core course content offered by the Newcastle Safeguarding Adults Board.
Not all of these courses are certificated.
Safeguarding children training
Multi-agency training offered by the Newcastle Safeguarding Children Partnership
Prevent
Access Home Office training courses on the Prevent duty, the threat from terrorism and extremism in the UK and how to support people susceptible to radicalisation.
Public Health Training
Access free public health training in Newcastle, including courses around drugs, alcohol and stigma.
Guidance and resources
As well as training courses, professionals can access a wide range of resources and guidance about safeguarding adults.
Community and Voluntary Sector
Connected Voice offers a wide range of training and events to help you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to run your organisation effectively, and enable you to make the differences you want to see in your community happen.
Information to support training quality
Minimum Standards and Capability Framework
The NSAB and NSCP Minimum Standards and Capability Framework identifies core capabilities for six key groups of learners.
Evaluation Framework
The NSAB and NSCP Joint Evaluation Framework outlines how we will ensure safeguarding training is effective.
Attendance Standards and Expectations
Professional standards for attendance, participation, responsible use of safeguarding learning opportunities and charges for bespoke training.