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CSCP training

Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership (CSCP) deliver, develop and facilitate a programme of safeguarding and thematic training and development opportunities. Our training is available to anyone working in Coventry within the safeguarding arena. The training programme has been developed utilising support and co-facilitation from partner agencies and specialist organisations. The CSCP regularly review our training offer and identify any gaps and implement methods to ensure key messages are shared.

Please take a look at our training programme to see our available courses and booking information.

CSCP training resources

Please take time to view the learning resources:

• Training framework [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/downloads/file/43072/cscp-training-framework]
• Training standards [https://www.coventry.gov.uk/downloads/file/43073/training-standards]

CSCP training brochure 

Please email cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for a copy of our 2026-2027 training programme

Book a place on training

Enrol onto any of the available training courses [https://myaccount.coventry.gov.uk/service/Coventry_Safeguarding_Children_Board_training_booking]

CSCP Training Programme 2026 to 2027

Attendance charges

A charge will be made for agencies that do not contribute to the Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership for some of the training we offer. Please email cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for further details​.

Cancellation charges

Cancellation fees will apply to ALL agencies & training, in the event of the delegate not attending or a substitute delegate not being identified​

It is your responsibility to let us know, in writing, if you are cancelling, please do not wait until you receive a cancellation charge. ​

This applies to both virtual and face-to-face training.​

Please note: Declining your joining link will not be accepted as a cancellation notice.​​

It is the manager's responsibility to inform us if a delegate is off sick or no longer with the agency.

For more information please email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]

Safeguarding Together Action Group

Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership hosts a forum for all front-line practitioners in Coventry called the ‘Safeguarding Together Action Group’, also known as the STAG.

This forum is held online on a quarterly basis and allows staff and professionals in Coventry to network with other services and people. Each STAG has a specific theme and aims to educate all professionals with new information, legislation, training and guest speakers.

To get involved with the STAG please email coventrycscp@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:coventrycscp@coventry.gov.uk] ​

Big moments last year

• Over 2,500 practitioners attended our training last year
• 5 star rating across most training courses!
• Key partner involvement in all of our training!

Training Terms and Conditions

Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership have embedded training etiquette standards [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/downloads/file/43073/training-standards].

Your Voice Matters

Do you work in a school? Or community group? Or work/volunteer directly with children?

If you answered yes, then we would like the opportunity to come to your organisation or school and speak directly with children and young people!

The CSCP offer a free bespoke face-to-face workshop targeted specifically for young people aged 8 to 18. The session typically involves a series of questions and activities focused on safeguarding, safety in the City, online safety and support in Coventry. 

If you are interested in booking a workshop, then please contact cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk].

Each session is exclusively designed to meet the needs and ages of the young people participating. Sessions normally run for 1 hour with around 10 young people, however this can be adapted depending on need and availability.

Safeguarding Awareness E-Learning

The Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership provides an e-learning package designed for practitioners and anyone working with children and families in Coventry.

This session includes an overview of safeguarding, various types of abuse, guidance on where to find help and support, and a quiz.

All delegates will receive a certificate upon successful completion.

To access this e-learning please email cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]

Understanding Exploitation E-Learning

Addressing exploitation effectively requires both understanding and awareness. This e-learning module was created to provide businesses and communities with access & knowledge, helping them to better comprehend child exploitation.

The course will take around 30 minutes to complete

All delegates will receive a certificate upon successful completion.

Access the Understanding Exploitation E-Learning [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/childexploitationawareness]. 

Domestic Abuse Awareness E-Learning

Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership and Coventry Public Health have co-developed a multi-agency domestic abuse e-learning package.

This session is an awareness raising module, designed to provide introductory level of knowledge and understanding around domestic abuse.

This session is suitable for anyone based within Coventry.

All delegates will receive a certificate upon successful completion.

To access this e-learning please email PHDAtraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:PHDAtraining@coventry.gov.uk]

For more information and additional training please go to Coventry Domestic Abuse Professionals Network. [https://coventrydaprofessionalsnetwork.org.uk/]

Reducing Parental Conflict E-Learning

This practical and interactive Amity e-learning module is suitable for anyone working with children, adults and/or whole families.

The course is designed to enhance your existing skills when talking about relationships with individuals or couples and will take you around an hour to finish.

Once you have successfully completed the course and quiz your certificate and Amity Relationship Toolkit will be available to download and use.​

To access this e-learning please email cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]

Working Together to Safeguard Children

This session has been developed with the key points surrounding the Working Together to Safeguard Children statutory guidance. Delegates will receive specialist knowledge from a handful of trainers including representation from: Education, Health services, Children Services and Safeguarding Children Partnership. ​

Participants will gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of agencies involved in safeguarding children and the important of inter-agency co-operation and working.

• 24 June 2026 - 1:30pm – 4:30pm

This session is suitable for: ​

• Staff who work directly with children and families, who are involved in assessment and intervention to safeguard children and young people ​
• Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Health Practitioners​

Participants must have completed level 1 (or their own agencies equivalent) before attending this training. Participants must also understand local ways of working and thresholds.

There is an attendance charge of £35.00 for some agencies Please contact cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for further details. Non-attendance charges apply to all agencies.

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​
Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Effective support for children and families in Coventry

This training reflects our new ways of working, emphasizing relational and restorative approaches. It provides thorough explanations of Early Help processes, including how to access services and meet the threshold for statutory intervention. Participants will gain comprehensive insights into different needs and their corresponding levels, as well as various legal interventions like Section 17. The training also covers professional expectations when working with children and families, the importance of professional curiosity and understanding consent, and offers top tips for effective engagement with children and families.

Dates TBC

Substance Misuse and Safeguarding Children

This session aims to give participants an understanding of the risks involved in substance misuse and how parental substance misuse can impact on the safety and well-being of children and young people. Participants will look at assessment and intervention and ways of promoting and improving inter-agency working relationships to safeguard the well-being of children and young people.

This course requires attendance to two half-day sessions.

4th & 6th August 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

This session is suitable for staff who work directly with children and families, including designated safeguarding leads, health practitioners and health professionals.

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

There is an attendance charge of £35.00 for some agencies. Please contact cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for further details. Non-attendance charges apply to all agencies.

Having Necessary Conversations with Children and Families

This 2-hour training session will equip delegates with further understanding around the importance of confidential and safe conversations with children and parents, whilst also considering communication dynamics and understanding how and when to communicate with children and adults. The session also highlights the importance of informed consent when working with children and families. ​

This session is suitable for:

• Staff who work directly with children or families, who are involved in assessments and interventions
• Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Health Practitioners

11th August 2026 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

19th November 2026 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Safeguarding Children affected by Domestic Abuse

This comprehensive training session allows delegates to work together to gain a greater understanding of domestic abuse and the impact on children. The course will enable practitioners to understand intervention and appropriate safeguarding for victims and children.

This session is suitable for:

• Staff who work directly with children and families, who are involved in assessment and intervention
• Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Education staff
• Health Practitioners

Participants must have a basic understanding of domestic abuse and should have attended training on ‘Effective Support for Children & Families in Coventry’.

You must attend both sessions to complete the training.

12th & 13th October 2026 - 9:00am - 1:30pm

8th & 9th February 2027 - 9:00am - 1:30pm

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

There is an attendance charge of £35.00 for some agencies Please contact cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for further details. Non-attendance charges apply to all agencies.

Understanding Child Exploitation

This course is free.
Child exploitation is a priority for Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership. We are working closely with partners and communities to raise awareness and create additional resources for everyone to use in Coventry. ​

This course has been developed by Coventry Horizon and provides attendees with an introductory understanding on child exploitation, including the different types of exploitation, push and pull factors and how to report concerns. Anyone working in Coventry can attend this session.

Dates TBC

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Child Sexual Exploitation

Child sexual exploitation continues to be a concern globally. In Coventry we are working closely with partners and communities to raise awareness and create additional resources for everyone.

This course has been developed by Coventry Horizon and West Midlands Police to provide attendees with an understanding on child sexual exploitation, and how to report concerns.

*Please note all the other Exploitation training should be completed before attending this session*

Dates TBC

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

There is an attendance charge of £35.00 for some agencies Please contact cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk] for further details. Non-attendance charges apply to all agencies.

Professional Curiosity

Professional curiosity is essential when working with children and families. National reports highlight its importance in good practice and relational working. The Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership has collaborated with key partners to create a webinar. This webinar aims to empower practitioners by helping them understand the tools and significance of being professionally curious.

Dates TBC

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Management of Allegations

This course is free.

The LADO works on behalf of Coventry City Council and the Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership to address, advise and manage allegations and concerns against staff, carers and volunteers by addressing matters of safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This session will provide you with a further understanding of the LADO and how to report concerns.

This session is suitable for:

• Staff who work directly with children and families, who are involved in assessment and intervention
• Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Education staff
• Health Practitioners

Participants must have a basic understanding of domestic abuse and should have attended training on ‘Effective Support for Children & Families in Coventry’.

14th July 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

24th September 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

3rd December 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

4th March 2027 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Child Sexual Abuse Awareness

This course is free.

Coventry Safeguarding Child Partnership places great importance on raising awareness about child sexual abuse. We have developed a training session to equip multi-agency practitioners with essential knowledge and understanding of this issue. The session covers various types of child sexual abuse, reviews child safeguarding practices, and identifies available support services.

This session is suitable for:

• Staff who work directly with children and families, who are involved in assessment and intervention
• Designated Safeguarding Leads
• Education staff
• Health Practitioners

Dates TBC

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Drug and Alcohol Misuse Workshops

This course is free.

Coventry Safeguarding Children Partnership have partnered with ‘Change Grow Live’, to raise awareness around drug and alcohol misuse. This consists of 5 separate workshops to provide definitions, harm reduction and available support.

All sessions are 11:00am - 12:00pm

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Five to Thrive

Five to thrive is a framework that takes complex neuroscience and converts it into five simple things that parents and others can do to support healthy brain development in children and young people.

Central to the five to thrive approach is this set of key activities:

Respond · Engage · Relax · Play · Talk                                

Five to Thrive emphasises the importance of connected relationships in recovering from collective trauma.

Dates TBC

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​

Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Engaging with adults who use abusive behaviours in intimate relationships

This training is for professionals who work with adults that may be using abusive behaviours in intimate relationships. It will equip you with tools to approach the issue of domestic abuse safely, and to engage in meaningful conversations that lead to a referral to the behaviour change programme, Make a Change. You will have the opportunity to expand your existing knowledge base by considering practical strategies for effective engagement with adults who harm their intimate partners.

23rd June 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

28th September 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

8th December 2026 - 10:00am - 1:00pm

25th February 2026 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​
Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Understanding Trauma Workshops

The Vanguard Project, also known as Positive Directions have developed a suite of training designed to assist professionals with becoming trauma-informed when working with children and families. Each online session focuses on a specific theme and enables professionals to reflect on their practice and how to work with a trauma informed approach. The sessions are specifically designed and delivered by educators within Trauma Vanguard.

All sessions are 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Intro to victim blaming & trauma - 12th may 2026

Social prescribing & trauma informed approaches - 16th June 2026

Vicarious & organisational trauma - 15th September 2026

Creating trauma informed spaces - 13th October 2026

Understanding the experience of asylum seeking for children and young people - 17th November 2026

Trauma informed safeguarding approaches - 19th January 2027

Supporting children subjected to CSA - 9th February 2027

Building supportive relationships after trauma - 9th March 2027

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​
Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

An Introduction to Coventry Family Valued | Our Practice Approach

To ensure all staff and partner agencies across Coventry Children’s Services have a shared understanding of our practice model, Coventry Family Valued, in our work with children and families. 

All these sessions are face to face. Venues details will be sent with your confirmation.

Times for this training are 9:30am - 4:30pm

12th May 2026

23rd June 2026

28th July 2026

18th August 2026

15th September 2026

19th October 2026

16th November 2026

16th December 2026

19th January 2027

2nd February 2027

9th March 2027

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​
Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

‘6Ps’ Rethink Formulation

The aim of this session is to introduce staff and partner agencies across Coventry Children’s and Education Services to 6Ps Rethink Formulation, a tool for slowing down our thinking and that supports us to be Family Valued in our practice

All sessions are face to face. Venue details will be sent in your confirmation.

The times for this training are 9:30am - 4:30pm

5th May 2026

30th June 2026

21st July 2026

26th August 2026

29th September 2026

27th October 2026

10th November 2026

7th December 2026

26th January 2027

23rd February 2027

16th March 2027

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​
Complete a booking form: www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform [http://www.coventry.gov.uk/safeguardingbookingform]

Practice Week Training Offers

Practice week is all about organisations coming together to raise awareness of safeguarding issues. It's a great opportunity to share ideas, strengthen practice, recognise good practice and help make communities safer.We have arranged for a number of webinars to take place throughout the week.

Substance misuse & mental health - 29th July 2026 - 11:00am - 12:00pm

An Introduction to Family Group Conferencing - 29th July 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Anti slavery awareness - 30th June 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Health & homelessness - 2nd July 2026 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Anti-Slavery Case Study & Workshop - 3rd July 2026 - 10:00am - 11:30am

To book this training:​

Email: cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:cscptraining@coventry.gov.uk]​