Everyone who works for and/or volunteers for churches, parishes and worshipping communities within the Diocese of Derby needs some level of training.
We are committed to making our training accessible to all. Please let us know if you require any adjustments.
If you are unsure about what training is needed for your role please email safeguardingtraining@derby.anglican.org for help.
Please click here for the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal
Information regarding the Parish Safeguarding Officer Induction / Refresher training can be found here; Resources for Parish Safeguarding Officers.
If you feel you may be affected by the contents of any safeguarding training please contact Sue Griffin sue.griffin@derby.anglican.org our Victim and Survivor Lead, or Lisa Marriott lisa.marriott@derby.anglican.org our Diocesan Safeguarding Officer for a confidential discussion.
Select a course to view and book:
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Basic Safeguarding Awareness +
The Basic course is for everyone within Church communities who needs to have a basic awareness of safeguarding issues. E-Learning Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally. Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you… See More -
Safeguarding Foundation Training +
The Foundation course is for those who hold responsibility for the safeguarding of others within church settings and activities. It can be completed by any member of the congregation, to support awareness raising and a culture of support and vigilance in the Church. E-Learning Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this… See More -
Safeguarding Leadership Training +
The Leadership Pathway is designed for those people who play a lead role in shaping the culture of the Church body in their context. The Leadership Pathway can only be booked via the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal and is only available to those who have already completed Basic & Foundation training. When logged into the portal navigate to ‘Leadership’ and ‘Derby Diocese – Leadership’, You will be asked to enrol initially, and then once… See More -
Leadership for those with Permission to Officiate (PtO) +
This course has been designed for Readers and Clergy who hold Permission to Officiate (PtO) who are not heavily involved in ministry. The main Safeguarding Leadership pathway is intended for those "who play a lead role in shaping the culture of the church body concerned". Any individual holding Permission to Officiate (PtO) whose role meets this criterion must complete the main Safeguarding Leadership pathway. In Person There are currently no dates available for this type of… See More -
Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse Training +
The Raising Awareness of Domestic Abuse course is a specialist course exploring the nature and dynamics of domestic abuse, with a focus on church settings. Some people can find the content of this course upsetting, and can lead to some people feeling retraumatised.There is support and information for those impacted by domestic abuse available here. If you feel you may be affected by the contents of this course and would like to discuss an exemption, please… See More -
Safer Recruitment and People Management Training +
This course is for anyone involved in the recruitment, selection and management of staff or volunteer within church communities. E-Learning Please navigate to the Church of England Safeguarding Training Portal to complete this course. It generally takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete.For assistance with the portal, please email the help desk at elearning@mail.safeguardingtraining.cofeportal.org as this is managed nationally. Please ensure that you list Derby as your Diocese, so we are notified of your completion of the course. If you do… See More
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