Modern slavery training plan

Target group: All Coventry City Council employees
Method of delivery: E-Learning Module
Duration: Up to 1 hour
Core competency: Staff know what modern slavery is, what their duties are, and how to report their concerns.
Values: We understand that tackling modern slavery is everyone’s responsibility and we feel confident to raise concerns. We listen to and believe victims, and we strive to do no further harm.

Participants should understand:

• The definition of modern slavery and its various forms.
• The scale of modern slavery in the UK and Coventry.
• The indicators of modern slavery.
• The barriers to disclosure for victims.
• The Local Authority’s legal duty to respond to modern slavery.  
• Best practice when working with survivors.
• How to report concerns.

Participants should be able to:

• Respond sensitively and confidently to concerns or disclosures of modern slavery.
• Refer concerns to appropriate professionals to get people the help they need.

Criteria for success:

• Participant demonstrates awareness and understanding of modern slavery.
• Participants can explain how to respond to concerns and where to access advice.