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Safeguarding Support Officer Level 3

> Funding: £7,000

> Duration: 18 Months

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Course Overview

The Safeguarding Support Officer Level 3 course is designed for individuals who support safeguarding activity within organisations. The programme develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to identify safeguarding concerns, respond appropriately and support safeguarding systems.

Learners gain a strong understanding of legislation, policy and multi-agency working while applying learning directly within their role. The blended delivery model ensures flexibility and consistent support throughout the programme. This course strengthens individual capability while supporting organisational safeguarding effectiveness.

Eligibility Criteria

  • UK/EU Citizen for 3+ years
  • Work 16+ hours per week on average
  • Employed on a PAYE Scheme
  • Not on any other government-funded course
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Employer Benefits: After Course Completion

Employers benefit from trained safeguarding professionals who strengthen safeguarding systems, improve compliance and support safe, effective responses to safeguarding concerns.

Employers benefit from staff who:

  • Understand safeguarding responsibilities, thresholds and procedures
  • Confidently identify and respond to safeguarding concerns
  • Support referrals to statutory agencies appropriately
  • Apply consistent, professional safeguarding practices
  • The apprenticeship provides:
  • Structured, funded development of safeguarding capability
  • Training aligned to legislation, statutory guidance and best practice
  • Clear evidence of staff competence and development
  • Embedding safeguarding knowledge into day-to-day operations

Employers typically see:

  • Improved safeguarding awareness and staff confidence
  • Greater consistency in safeguarding practice across teams
  • Timely identification and escalation of concerns
  • Clearer safeguarding processes and reduced organisational risk
  • Improved inspection readiness and regulatory compliance

The programme supports:

  • Develop competent safeguarding support professionals
  • Support effective safeguarding practice and risk management
  • Ensure regulatory compliance within the organisation
  • Clear progression into senior or specialist safeguarding roles
  • Develop future supervisors and team leaders internally
  • Build a sustainable, compliant workforce pipeline
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Who is This Course For

This course is for individuals who support safeguarding activity and require the skills, confidence and knowledge to manage safeguarding concerns effectively within their organisation.

This course supports safeguarding practice in line with statutory guidance and organisational safeguarding policies, promoting safe, ethical and effective responses to safeguarding concerns.

This course is ideal for:

  • Staff with safeguarding responsibilities across education, care, health, housing or community services
  • Individuals who receive, respond to, or escalate safeguarding concerns
  • Those supporting referrals or contributing to safeguarding processes
  • Confident communicators committed to promoting safe environments
  • New safeguarding staff seeking formal development
  • Existing staff in safeguarding roles aiming to formalise skills and competence

Typical Job Roles Include:

  • Safeguarding Support Officer
  • Safeguarding Administrator
  • Pastoral Support Officer
  • Welfare Officer
  • Student Support Officer
  • Care or Support Worker with safeguarding responsibility


This course is suitable for employers operating in:

  • Education and training providers
  • Adult social care services
  • Children’s services
  • Health and community services
  • Housing providers
  • Voluntary and third-sector organisations

Preparation and Support

Throughout the programme, learners are supported to:

  • Build evidence of competence
  • Prepare for assessment requirements
  • Understand what to expect at EPA

This ensures apprentices approach the End Point Assessment with confidence and clarity.

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Skills Funding Group - Funding Streams to Suit You.

Adult Education Budget (AEB)

Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) Funding

Learner Support Fund (LSF)

Additional Learning Needs (ALN)

Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS)

Apprenticeships

Student Loans Company (Advanced Learner Loans)

Funded Courses Eligibility Criteria

This means you can recruit with a clear development route in mind from day one.

Funding at a Glance

Many of our apprentices go on to secure permanent roles, promotions and long-term career progression within their organisations.

Funding Stream

  1. Apprenticeships (see the detail on funding
  2. Adult Education Budget (AEB)
  3. Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA)
  4. Advanced Learner Loans
  5. Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
  6. Learning & Development Support Scheme (LDSS)

Who It is For

  1. New or existing employees (in England)
  2. Adults 19+ meeting eligibility criteria
  3. Learners in devolved regions (within the UK)
  4. Individuals 19+ studying Level 3–6
  5. Learners requiring additional support (contact us for more information)
  6. Health and Adult Social Care Workforce

Who Pays

  1. Government via DAS (levy or co-investment)
  2. Government (National or devolved AEB)
  3. Regional government allocation
  4. Government-backed loan (repayable)
  5. Government support funding
  6. NHS funding contribution (national or devolved AEB)

Best Used For

  1. Structured role-based development aligned to occupational standards
  2. Entry-level qualifications, sector skills, career progression
  3. Skills aligned to local labour market priorities
  4. Professional qualifications where grant funding not available
  5. Removing barriers to participation and achievement
  6. Regulated roles and sector-specific qualifications

Employer Contribution

  1. Levy funds or typically 5% co-investment (if non-levy). This if  fully funded for under 22 year olds
  2. Often fully funded (subject to eligibility)
  3. Often fully or partially funded
  4. No employer cost (loan repaid by learner when eligible)
  5. No additional employer cost
  6. Reduces employer training costs (contact us for more detailed information)

Cost-Effective Recruitment

A Cost-Effective Way to Recruit and Develop Talent

Apprenticeships are one of the most financially supported recruitment routes available to UK employers.

£1,000 Government Incentive

Receive a £1,000 incentive when you recruit an apprentice aged 16–18, or 19–24 with an EHCP or care leaver status.

NI Contribution Exemption

Employers are exempt from paying National Insurance Contributions for apprentices under 25, provided they earn under the Upper Secondary Threshold.

95–100% Funded Training

Training costs are typically 95–100% government funded for non-levy paying employers — making apprenticeships significantly more cost-effective than traditional recruitment.

Proven Retention & Growth

Apprenticeships improve retention, engagement and progression. You build capability tailored to your business from day one.

How We Work

Ready to Recruit an Apprentice?

Submit your vacancy details and our team takes care of the rest. We make the process simple, compliant and commercially focused.

01

Review

We review your role for apprenticeship alignment and suitability.

02

Refine

Support you in refining the job description if needed to attract the right candidates.

03

Advertise

We advertise and promote your vacancy across our candidate network.

04

Screen

We screen and shortlist candidates based on your requirements.

05

Onboard

We guide you through the onboarding and funding process end-to-end.

What Makes Our Programmes Different?

We don’t take you out of your role — we develop you within it.

Our programmes are designed for people already in work, helping you build the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to perform at a higher level. Everything you learn is applied directly to your day-to-day responsibilities, so the impact is immediate, practical and measurable.

From enrolment through to completion, we support both you and your employer to ensure the training delivers real value.

Need more information or to discuss a way forward?

If you are not sure on what course may suit you, funding or how it all works, then get in touch and we can help and support and help you on your journey.