Knowsley Children and Young People's Services

Effective supervision

Effective Supervision to Safeguard Children (Course Code:  SCBES1)

Dates:  23, 24 March, 12 and 13 May 2010
Venue:  Brothers of Charity, Thingwall Hall

This is a multi-agency course for supervisors who have responsibility for staff working with vulnerable children, or the parents/carers of vulnerable children.  This can include professionals who have a supervisory responsibility in social care, health, criminal justice or education settings.  

Aim of the Course

The course is designed to be delivered over 3 modules: 

  • Module 1 provides an introduction to supervision, including Kolb’s reflective practice cycle.  This is taught over 2 days. 
  • Module 2 requires participants to put their learning in to practice in the work place by undertaking two assignments.   
  • Module 3 reflects upon practice learning in module 2 and focuses upon the links between supervision and assessment.  This is taught over 2 days. 

Please note that participants who do not complete their Module 2 practice learning will not be accepted on to Module 3.

Download the course application form.

Return completed application forms to Knowsley.SafeguardingChildrenBoard@knowsley.gov.uk or fax to 0151 443 4187 .