Communicating with Children About Sexual Abuse - Foster carer courses

09/06/ 2026 - Face to Face from 0 9:30-14:00 pm 

15/10/2026 -Face to Face from 09:30 -14:00 pm

2nd & 9th December -Virtual 18::30 – 20:30pm ( 2 days session)

Option 1 Supporting the carers of children to be able to understand how to support them who may have been sexually abused. To strengthen carers knowledge, confidence and abilities to identify and support children suspected or known to have experienced sexual abuse. 

Option 2 To equip carers with the knowledge, understanding, and practical guidance needed to confidently recognise and respond to signs of sexual abuse, understand barriers to disclosure, and facilitate safe, supportive conversations with children—recognising that children are most likely to communicate with adults they know and trust, not just those in formal safeguarding roles. 

Option 1 

1. Carers understand the signs and indicators of sexual abuse 

2. Carers to understand their role supporting and advocating for children 

3. To raise the confidence and abilities of carers to speak about sexual abuse and to understand how to do this and when not to do this 

4. To ensure that children who have or may have been sexually abused receive the best care and support  

5. To help carers understand what support is available for the child and them 

Option 2 

1. Enable carers to recognise signs of child sexual abuse and respond proactively, rather than waiting for explicit disclosure.  

2. Increase carers’ understanding of the barriers to communication about abuse—for both children and adults—and build their confidence and skills to have sensitive, supportive conversations tailored to each child’s needs.  

3. Equip carers with practical guidance on what to say and do (and what to avoid), including how to record and reflect on conversations to ensure children receive the best possible care and support.  

4. Ensure carers know about relevant support and resources available for both children and themselves, and understand their role in advocating for and supporting children across various contexts. 

5. Ensure carers are aware of the behaviours and attitudes that foster trust and encourage children to communicate openly.