Modern slavery training plan

Target group: Staff who have direct contact with the public, properties, or businesses.
Method of delivery: One live in-person training session
Duration: Up to two hours
Core competency: Staff identify, report, and refer concerns of modern slavery, whilst safeguarding victims and collecting relevant case information.  
Values: We are curious and questioning of situations that don’t feel right. We understand the importance of acting in the moment to safeguard victims and gather information. Our practice is always victim-centred, and trauma informed.

Participants should understand:

• The specific indicators for each type of exploitation.
• The specific indicators for people and places.  
• How to respond to a disclosure of modern slavery with or without a disclosure.
• The importance of multi-agency working and how those around you can support you.
• How and when to share information.

Participants should be able to:

• Ask effective questions about modern slavery in a safe and sensitive manner.
• Assess indicators and decide when to escalate concerns.
• Provide basic, interim safeguarding to victims.
• Act as a helpful advocate for victims.
• Make referrals to relevant services.

Criteria for success:

• Participant routinely considers modern slavery and makes enquiries when necessary.
• Participant shares information effectively and seeks advice of appropriate professionals.