Safeguarding and Wellbeing
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Child and Young Person Risk Assessment Training Target Audience: PKC Education Staff based in schools and ELC settings Alongside the Risk Assessment Guidance for ELC and Education Settings, in-person risk assessment training is being offered to all staff who are responsible for writing or overseeing risk assessments within educational settings. This professional learning opportunity is designed to build confidence and competence in identifying, evaluating, and managing risks in a way that is relational, inclusive, and compliant with statutory health and safety requirements. Staff attending these sessions are asked to bring a current risk assessment they have in place or have in mind one they require to complete, to support practical discussion and application of the guidance during the training.
Note: The group size for this training has been capped at 40 participants.
These sessions will support staff in applying the principles outlined in the guidance, including proactive planning, collaborative approaches, and evidence-based strategies to ensure the wellbeing of all children, young people, and staff. The training also reinforces the importance of embedding risk assessment within wider support planning and staged intervention processes. This risk assessment outlines the measures in place to ensure the safe delivery of these sessions and reflects Perth and Kinross Council’s commitment to fostering safe, respectful, and nurturing environments across all education settings.
View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 9 October 2025 - 9.30am - 12.00pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth 17 November 2025 - 3.00pm - 5.30pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth 11 December 2025 - 12.00pm - 2.30pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth
Presenter: Lorna Hamilton and Sarah Stephen - Perth and Kinross Council
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Child Protection Officer Training Target Audience: Those training to be CPO This course has been developed for school staff who are due to commence, or are newly engaged in the role of Designated Child Protection Officer for their establishment.
School staff are also to attend as a refresher. Staff who don’t work in PKC schools are very welcome to attend to learn about our practices and to inform their own.
View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 15 September 2025 - 9.30am - 2.30pm - Civic Hall, 2 High Street, Perth 3 November 2025 - 9.30am - 2.30pm - Civic Hall, 2 High Street, Perth
In order for you to complete full CPO training, you require to work your way through the CPO Training Pathway . The pathway can be found within the Perth and Kinross CPC Inter-Agency Child Protection Learning Pathways Toolkit (Padlet) – simply scroll down to “Child Protection Officer Pathway”. The pathway is relevant to PKC and non-PKC staff. Within the Padlet, you can book directly on training course and / complete e-learning. We ask that new CPOs complete the 7 core elements the pathway in 6 months. This is to ensure that you have the appropriate baseline knowledge to complete this important role effectively.
Presenter: Christy Stevenson - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: By the end of the course participants should: be able to describe the role and responsibilities of the designated Child Protection Officer and feel more confident in fulfilling that role.
have enhanced knowledge of ECS Policies / Procedures and know how to use these to fulfil their responsibilities.
be able to describe good practice principles in responding to a child concerns.
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In addition to the following Safeguarding and Wellbeing courses run by Perth and Kinross Council Education and Learning, Perth and Kinross Child Protection Committee also deliver a free programme of Inter-Agency Child Protection Learning and Development which is open to anyone who works with Children, Young People and their families in the Perth and Kinross area. To access information about the CPC Child Protection Learning and Development Programme please visit www.pkc.gov.uk/cpctraining |
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Child Protection Recognition and Response Target Audience: ELC, Out of School Care and Childminders This is a face to face session to provide a basic overview of the procedures and the processes used in child protection. The course will cover indicators of abuse, signs and symptoms and support your confidence in responding appropriately. The course will also cover your responsibilities in regard to information sharing and give you a basic understanding of the processes undertaken by statutory services when responding to child protection concerns. View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 26 August 2025 - 6.30pm - 9.00pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth 3 December 2025 - 6.30pm - 9.00pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth
Presenter: Shona O'Connor - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: Provide a basic overview of the procedures and processes used in child protection. The course will cover indicators of abuse, signs, symptoms and support your confidence in responding appropriately. The course will also cover your responsibilities regarding information sharing and give you a basic understanding of the processes undertaken when responding to child protection concerns. By the end of the course participants should be able:
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Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety Target Audience: Suitable for all practitioners Our yearly Safer Internet Day Webinar updated on all things CRIS. Updated research and information as well as examples of how to integrate Internet Safety and Cyber Resilience into all areas of the curriculum. This will also provide information and support about Safer Internet Day. View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 3 February 2026 - 4.00pm - 6.00pm - Online Ms Teams
Presenter: Meg Brough - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: Increase knowledge, understanding and confidence to deliver support to learners for Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety.
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Food Safety Management Target Audience: All ELC and school staff involved in handling food within the playroom or classroom. An introduction to food safety management procedures and guidance to support education staff to adhere to legal requirements, maintain accurate records, and embed strict infection control measures into food cooking and preparation activities which take place in the classroom/playroom. View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 18 August 2025 - 9.15am - 11.15am - 2 High Street, Perth - Room 410 23 September 2025 - 6.00pm - 8.00pm - North Inch Community Campus, Perth - ICT16/17 6 November 2025 - 3.30pm - 5.30pm - Strathearn Community Campus - Activity space GF011A/B
Presenter: Carly Williams, Catriona Roberts, Sally McDougall - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: Increase awareness of The Food Hygiene Regulations (Scotland) 2006. Identify the responsibilities of those involved in the management of food handling. Provide participants with the tools to uphold Food Safety Management procedures. Guide participants in the safe process of food activity in the classroom/nursery.
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Gender Based Violence - Early Intervention Training Target Audience: Primary school staff This training from Education Scotland is for primary education staff and aims to increase their knowledge and understanding of gender-based violence and give them the time and tools to consider how they can increase awareness of ways to prevent and respond to gender-based violence in their settings. This training links to the Everyone’s Included resources, to support conversations with young people to give them the opportunity to discuss and explore scenarios that they might encounter and equip them with the knowledge and skills of how to manage those situations. view course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 24 November 2025 - 9.30am - 4.30pm - Online Ms Teams
Presenter: Rachel Rennie and Christy Stevenson - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: Increase staff knowledge and understanding of gender based violence. Increase awareness of ways to prevent and respond to gender based violence. Provide time and space for participants to plan first steps for change.
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Health and Safety Courses - First Aid / General Risk Assessment View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: For further information and to book via Eventbrite, please view:
First Aid at Work Employees who require a full First Aid at Work qualification and have been nominated by their manager. First Aid at Work - Eventbrite
Emergency First Aid at Work (including Emergency Paediatric First Aid) Join us for an informative and hands-on training session where you'll learn essential first aid skills to handle emergencies in the workplace and working with children. Emergency First Aid at Work - Eventbrite Emergency First Aid at Work (& Emergency Paediatric First Aid) Saturday Emergency First Aid at Work (& Emergency Paediatric First Aid) Evenings
First Aid at Work Requalification This course is specifically designed with the understanding that you have prior knowledge and experience as a First Aider. First Aid at Work Requalification - Eventbrite
First Aid Annual Skills Update First Aid Annual Skills Update, Friarton Depot - Eventbrite
General Risk Assessment This course is a one day attended course between 9.30am and 4.30pm and is suitable for anyone who has responsibility for completing risk assessments for their workplace or work activities. The person who carries out the risk assessment is named 'the competent person' and this can be anyone within the organisation who has sufficient training, skills, experience and knowledge to carry out the risk assessment process. NB: Currently, this course is sold out but will be updated soon with new dates towards the end of the year and into 2026. For further information and to book please use link below: |
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Public Mental Health Training & Capacity Building
Tayside Public Mental Health Training and Capacity Building Programme
Tayside Public Mental Health Training - April - September
Any related questions should be directed to: tay.publicmentalhealthtraining@nhs.scot |
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Reflective Practice - Mental Health Target Audience: Senior Leadership An opportunity to access a psychological safe space for peer reflection on the impact on wellbeing and resilience of dealing with the mental health and wellbeing in the school community. Conversations are facilitated with respectful listening, with benefits arising from learning through group wisdom and experience. The session works by participants sharing reflections, no prior preparation is necessary. View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 24 September 2025 - 4.00pm - 5.00pm - online MS Teams
Presenter: Susie Turner and Steve Sweeney - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: Participants will benefit from taking part in discussion that draws out resilience srategies and so gain a sense of feeling better equipped to manage issues relating to mental health in their school community. Participants should experience a wellbeing benefit from taking part in reflective discussion, through connecting with others in similar situations.
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Risk in Play Target Audience: ELC, Out of School Care and Childminders This session will explore our own play experiences while growing up. The session allows participants to be involved in discussions around a risk benefit approach and the importance of managing risk. There is the opportunity for discussion and the sharing of top tips around developing risk assessments with children. The course also looks at local and national guidance that support risk in play. View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 28 October 2025 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm - North Inch Community Campus 27 January 2026 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm - North Inch Community Campus 28 April 2026 - 6.30pm - 8.30pm - North Inch Community Campus
Presenter: Shona O'Connor - Perth and Kinross Council
Aims and Outcomes: By the end of the course participants will have more knowledge and understanding about the risk benefit approach to play. Participants will have opportunities to explore their values and thresholds to risk and reflect on this in their current practice. Participants will have a greater understanding of the Risk-Benefit Approach and how this can be used to support practitioners to balance the benefits of an activity with any inherent risk, taking, into account the risks while recognising the benefits to children and young people.
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Trauma Informed Practice to Informed Level (1) Target Audience: School/setting Leaders The level 1 ‘Sowing Seeds’ programme is an introduction to level one, trauma-informed and responsive approaches. This offer relates to an introductory session to equip leaders to facilitate ‘Sowing Seeds’ workshops with the people in their teams. The aim is that schools and establishments would complete this level over the course of 25/26 and go on to level 2 in subsequent years. This programme offers a facilitated session for headteachers/senior leaders prior to delivering professional learning in their own schools/settings. Two dates are offered, one in September and one in February to support leaders who then wish to deliver the programme on in-service days.
View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: 25 September 2025 - 4.00pm - 5.30pm - Online Ms Teams 5 February 2025 - 4.00pm - 5.30pm - Online Ms Teams
Presenter: Bonnie McDowell - Perth and Kinross Council
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Trauma Informed Practice to a Skilled Level Target Audience: Schools and ELC communities that have completed Level 1 Trauma Informed Practice and wish to complete Level 2 Phase 1 Level 2: Trauma-skilled supports the knowledge and skills required for all workers with direct and frequent contact with people who may have been affected by trauma. This programme offers facilitated sessions for headteachers/senior leaders prior to delivering professional learning in their own schools/settings. The 2025-26 Phase 1 offer focuses on the delivery by headteachers/senior leaders to their school teams of 2 out of the 4 modules over the course of the session. It is expected that schools will deliver modules 3 and 4 in 2026-27. Programme Overview: https://padlet.com/schoolimprovement2/2025-professional-learning-programme-offers-x4854dqe2bca41w0/wish/PR3NWxO7lVe3Zb0O View course detailsDate, Time and Venue: Session 1: 27 August 2025 Session 2: 25 September 2025 Session 3: 15 January 2026 Session 4: 30 April 2026 All sessions - 4.00pm - 5.30pm - online Ms Teams Please note: attendance is required at all session dates for this Programme
Presenter: Susie Turner (Principal Educational Psychologist) and Lesley Lennon (Education Support Officer) and colleagues - Perth and Kinross Council
Aim: Leaders and staff teams understand, drive, and inspire a trauma-informed approach across their schools/settings. Outcomes:
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