Total People is proud to be the first and only training provider based in the North West to offer the brand-new Level 3 Safeguarding Support Officer apprenticeship – an important new qualification in a field that continues to grow in both priority and complexity across all sectors.
Designed for professionals who support Designated Safeguarding Leads in their organisations, this 18-month programme develops the essential skills, knowledge and behaviours required to identify, triage, and respond to safeguarding concerns. It’s ideal for safeguarding assistants, coordinators and advisors looking to build their capability and formalise their experience with a nationally recognised qualification.
“Safeguarding is always a priority, especially for education, early years and care settings,” said Melanie Nicholson, Managing Director at Total People. “This apprenticeship ensures organisations have confident, well-trained professionals in place to support their safeguarding function – and we’re proud to bring it to the North West first.”
The programme includes in-depth training on safeguarding principles, legislation, case review analysis, and secure data management, culminating in a presentation and professional discussion as part of the final assessment. Where learners have previous safeguarding experience, the duration may be reduced to as little as nine months (from August 2025).
Total People have excellent EPA pass rates in related sectors; in Early Years 99% of learners pass, while 65% of those achieve high grades, so employers can be confident in the support their learners will receive and the results this new programme will deliver.
To find out more, visit our Safeguarding Support Officer page or contact us on 0333 322 2666.
