Girlguiding safe space booklet

She will have a chat and give you a copy of the welcome booklet, getting started on the leadership qualification and module 1, or you can download it from the website. Regularly change your passwords and keep them secure, including your email account. It should be used to support your notes from the levels workshops and elearning modules, with the support of your local commissioner and guidance that is regularly updated on our website. Girlguiding lancashire south east 9 jordan avenue shaw oldham ol2 8dq. For leaders, assistant leaders, unit helpers, leaders in training, young leaders, peer educators, those attending residential events and those that need level 3 and 4. Girlguiding south west england, st anns manor, 68 st ann street, salisbury, wiltshire sp1 2dn. Since moving to dunbartonshire i have started my qualification to become a safe space trainer. Managing concerns about adult volunteers commissioner guidance booklet version 1 9 withdrawal of membership this is used in the most serious of cases. Girlguiding north east england is just one part of girlguiding, an organisation of half a million girls and women, which in turn is part of the huge global organisation, the world association of girl guides and girl scouts, which has ten million members.

A safe space, level 3 recognising, telling and taking. Safe space it is the policy of girlguiding uk to safeguard its members from physical, sexual and emotional harm while participating in guiding activities, both in the meeting place and out and about. Girlguiding has now made safe space training compulsory for all volunteers and will need to be renewed every three years. A safe space boosts confidence through relationships with nonauthoritarian adults and adults who listen. Creating a safe space over the past year, 41,000 of you completed levels 1 and 2 a safe space training so thank you. Membership system theres information about using go on the girlguiding website. A safe space, level 3 recognising, telling and taking action. A year on and ive nearly finished my leadership qualification and im still enjoying every minute of it as we only meet during term time in our unit i feel lost during the school holidays and halfterm at times but i manage to fill my time with behind the scenes preparation work and a meetup with the other leaders and helpers for a meal or programme planning meeting.

We know that recruiting new leaders and helpers for units is really important so we can offer girlguiding to all the girls in surrey east who want to join us. Mar 14, 2020 a safe space, level 3 recognising, telling and taking action. You can arrange to purchase one via the shop and they will leave it for you. Girlguiding is part of the leading charity for girls and young women in the uk. Our older a safe space training is the equivalent of levels 1 and 2 of this a safe. For all volunteers including occasional helpers, go coordinators, home contacts, peer educators and young leaders. This is because the content covered in these levels explains specific girlguiding approaches to safeguarding. Refer to it to ensure that you are following the best practice guidelines. The previous a safe space training is equivalent to level 1 and 2 of this training. We take safeguarding seriously and follow girlguidings safe space policy, which can be found at uk. You may like to have a fourth corner for not an emergency and add some nonemergency scenarios e.

By the end of 2020 all volunteers are required to have the correct level of a safe space training for. Find out all about the girlguiding programme and how it works in your unit. There is a full colour booklet that describes the activities and has space to record what you do to receive the lovely snail badge. We give them the chance to discover their full potential and encourage them to be a powerful force for good. For anyone leading a team of adults, at least one leader per unit leader, assistant leader, leader in training, mentors, advisers, coordinators except go coordinators, licence. You do not need to book for this event, but please let us know at least a week before the date you attending so we can ensure we have sufficient mentors. Being a leader, safe space level 1, and safe space level 2, part 1. It covers the key questions raised and any key developments since then. We take safeguarding seriously and follow girlguidings safe space policy, which can be found at uk site and building risk assessments hirers must produce their own risk assessments for any activity on site or within the buildings which they are responsible for. Understand your role in safeguarding and what to do.

You will need to have completed levels 1 and 2 face to face training or e learning and downloaded the booklet above before completing the form. Girlguiding midlands is the leading charity for girls and young women in the midlands, with over 73,000 members. Please have copies of the process for receiving disclosures, allegations and concerns, the a safe space booklet. Safe space is girlguidings safeguarding training for members. Throughout buckinghamshire, we build girls confidence and raise their aspirations.

Dont forget you need a copy of the 1st response booklet which will be signed on the night. Girlguiding have updated its a safe space training to help you create an environment where girls can be safe and have fun there are four levels of training. Apr 16, 2020 a year on and ive nearly finished my leadership qualification and im still enjoying every minute of it as we only meet during term time in our unit i feel lost during the school holidays and halfterm at times but i manage to fill my time with behind the scenes preparation work and a meetup with the other leaders and helpers for a meal or programme planning meeting. Because we know that when girls feel safe, they feel brave enough to do things they never thought they could. A safe space training level 3 girlguiding staffordshire. We also know that whilst some units have long waiting lists, others need more girls.

Youll need to either complete the new elearning and assessment, or complete the level 2 follow up chat by filling in this worksheet and speaking to a safe space trainer or commissioner who has completed levels. About girlguiding north east england girlguiding north east. There is no recognised prior safeguarding learning and experience available for a safe space levels 1, 2 and 4. Try to complete the following elearning modules before attending, as this will go a long way to getting your lq completed. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do in girlguiding and our volunteers share an important responsibility to protect and promote the safety and wellbeing of our members. Support volunteers to create a safe space for everyone. People visiting a unit once do not need to be asked to complete the level 1 a safe space training but if returning, please do ensure they are aware of the importance of understanding and implementing our safeguarding practice.

A safe space training a safe space, level 1 an introduction. The safe space module 1 which is on the girlguiding website needs to be completed before attending this training. Old woking community centre, sundridge road, woking, gu22 9at. Girlguiding have updated its a safe space training to help. Girlguiding and girlguiding scotland are committed to maintaining a safe space for all of our members and volunteers as a top priority. Please note your booking is provisional until your payment has been received.

A safe space, level 2 creating a safe space girlguiding. You can either go to a facetoface training session or complete the module 2 elearning. What the client said phase have always interpreted our briefs creatively with designs that are perfect for our target audience. Our older a safe space training is the equivalent of levels 1 and 2 of this a safe space training. Country and regions are ensuring these are distributed as they see fit so liaise with your country and region office or a safe space. A safe space booklet pdf to give to all participants either on the day of training or by email beforehand. We give them the chance to discover their full potential and encourage them to be a powerful force. This booklet outlines the key messages from a safe space, levels training sessions. Girlguiding surrey west is the leading charity for girls and young women in surrey with over 9,500 rainbows, brownies, guides, rangers, young leaders and volunteers. Thats why girlguiding updated their safe space training in spring 2018. Overview girlguiding nottinghamshire asked us to design their new county strategy document. For more information, take a look at the girlguiding uk website, uk. Girlguiding is made up of 4 sections, rainbows aged 57, brownies aged 710, guides aged 1014 and senior section aged 1525.

Level 2 3 all girlguiding trainers with trainer qualification module 4 a safe space and. This groundbreaking girlguiding initiative will promote mental health among young. Girlguiding lancashire south east 9 jordan avenue shaw oldham. The majority of the qualification will be completed with your unit but you will need to attend a training on the section youre working with and both first response first aid training and safe space. This document is for volunteers and those assessing their learning on a safe space, module. The training is mandatory and needs renewing every three years. Do support your county holiday home and campsite by booking a. There are also various trainings on offer including blitz the book which covers many aspects of. Leadership qualification as you have shown an interest in helping in a unit, you will start off by meeting the local commissioner of the area you have said is suitable.

It shows leaders and young leaders as role models and. If you have forgotten your authentication answer please call us on 0800 999 2016. There are also various trainings on offer including blitz the book which covers many aspects of the qualification. For anyone leading a team of adults, at least one leader per unit leader, assistant leader, leader in training, mentors, advisers, coordinators except go coordinators, licence holders on residentials, trainers, tutors and those doing level 4. Safe space level 2 by elearning worksheet girlguiding. Girlguiding ulster enables girls and young women to develop their potential and make a difference to the world. This leaflet contains key information about promoting the safety and well being of our girls, young women and adult volunteers. Unit helpers, assistant leaders, leaders in training and young leaders require level 1 and 2 training. However, all involvement with girlguiding must stop in cases where the. Safe space booklet for a training session youre running, contact your. Home new county structure buckinghamshire county girlguiding. Safe space level 4 open to all commissioners, designates and deputies.

Safe space training level 3 girlguiding birmingham. Do support your county holiday home and campsite by booking a residential experience or evening meeting. You must always offer a volunteer support and guidance where appropriate. The purpose of the activity is to carry out a basic risk assessment using girlguiding template. I have been a member of girlguiding since i was 7, loving all aspects of brownies and guides, staying on as a young leader then a leader. All volunteers will need to do level 1 unless youve done a safe space training in the last three years. About girlguiding north east england girlguiding north. Remember, all volunteers need to complete the level relevant to their role. The booklet had to adhere to the new being our best branding. One copy per unit is available through trading which are free but normal delivery charges will apply. Outside of guiding i have my hnc in social care and svq 3 social care children and young people, that i use in my job working in a school with children with challenging behaviour. People visiting units more than once should be asked to complete the level 1 a safe space training. Come along for lots of guiding info and advice including girlguiding basics explained, focus on the five essentials, programme planning and ideas for promise activities. Training booking girlguiding lancashire south east county.

How to use this worksheet and followup conversation guidance. Girlguiding have updated the a safe space training to help create an environment where girls can be safe and have fun. Prague certainly knew that girlguiding had arrived in town our logistic manager had arranged a taxi mini bus to take us to the hotel they were great, giving us water, maps and a booklet on prague the hotel was everything we could wish for and we were all on the same floor. Due to the current climate in regards to covid19 ggu is no longer accepting orders for the foreseeable future. Managing concerns about adult volunteers girlguiding. Thanks to the dedication and support of our amazing volunteers, we are active in every part of the uk, giving girls and young women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life. Girls start in the centre of a space and run to three different spots fire station, ambulance station, police station. Adult leadership qualification girlguiding glasgow. You will be expected to attend level 1 and level 2 if you are planning to be an. Please read through the booklet before your stay and share the information with the rest of your group. Gguk takes all reasonable steps to ensure that, through relevant procedures crb and training lq, children, young people and adults taking part.