Safeguarding Domestic Abuse Awareness Training (5 November 2026)

Course Aim: 

The course is designed to equip participants to engage thoughtfully and proactively with the issue of domestic abuse and those affected. 

Pre-requisite:  Basic Awareness 

Required Attendees: 

• Anyone holding the bishop’s licence, commission, authorisation, or permission (including clergy, PtO, Readers, LLMs) or serving as an officer of the bishop  

• Anyone (volunteers and employees) working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults, including Bishops Visitors and Pastoral Visitors  

• Safeguarding Officers / Safeguarding Leads including Designated Safeguarding Person in a Religious Community  

• Pre-ordination or licence students, prior to BAP or selection Panel  

Recommended Attendees 

• All Church Officers  

• PCC and Chapter members  

• Members of the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel.  

Outcomes: 

• Recognise the signs, types, myths, and stereotypes of domestic abuse  

• Understand how to respond well through keeping people safe and sign posting to specialist support  

• Identify safeguarding actions to protect victims or those at risk whilst also understanding the limitations and boundaries of your role.  

• Understand that scripture doesn’t permit domestic abuse and be aware of how theology can be used to exert control  

• Understand the impact on children living in a household experiencing domestic abuse  

• Be aware of the characteristics of a healthy relationship  

We understand that accessing safeguarding training can be difficult for some, particularly those with lived experience of trauma and/or abuse. If you are concerned about the training or may be affected by any of the course content, then please contact the team for support prior to attendance on 01636 817200 or safeguardingtraining@southwell.anglican.org.