Category: Protection Services

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Event Workshop: 17 November 2022

Trauma, Domestic Abuse and Children and Young People under 18
Thursday 17th November 2022 | 9:30am – 12:pm

To book a place please contact emppo@eastlothian.gov.uk
NO LATER THAN Thursday 27th October

What is this training?

This training will focus on the impact domestic abuse has on children and young people under 18, the effect on development and trauma and the impact on child and family functioning. Participants will gain an overview of the Safe and Together model and will look at how to respond safely to disclosures by minimising service generated risks and re-traumatisation.

Who is this learning for?

This training is aimed at people who are working directly or indirectly with children and young people experiencing domestic abuse.

Are there any pre-requisites for attending this course?

Applicants must have a firm grounding in Violence Against Women and Girls by either having completed ‘Understanding Violence against Women and Girls: Spotlight on Domestic Abuse’ or an equivalent VAWG face-to-face training and also the Domestic Abuse Awareness Raising Tool.

What are the learning outcomes?

Participants will be able to:

  • Understand the impact of domestic abuse on child and adolescent development including the impact of trauma
  • Gain an overview of the Safe & Together model, including how the perpetrator’s pattern of behaviour impacts on child and family functioning
  • Understand the elements of safe practice when working with children and young people experiencing domestic abuse

How will the training be delivered?

This training will take place on a virtual basis, using Microsoft Teams. You should only sign up to this course if you are able to attend and can access the training via Microsoft Teams. 

How do I apply?

Speak to your line manager about whether this course is suitable for your role and level of experience.  Demand for this course will be high, therefore you are required to seek your manager’s approval, ensure that you are available on the day, and that you have protected time to attend before applying.  The closing date for booking on this course is Thursday 27th October.  We will confirm as soon as possible after the closing date if you have a place.

Note: This course counts towards the Continuous Professional Learning requirements (Child Protection) for registered social service workers.

To book a place please contact emppo@eastlothian.gov.uk
NO LATER THAN Thursday 27th October

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Event Workshop: 8 & 9 November 2022

Adult Support & Protection Roles & Responsibilities
Tuesday 8 & Wednesday 9 November 2022 | 9am – 12:30pm

To book a place please contact emppo@eastlothian.gov.uk
NO LATER THAN  TUESDAY 11th OCTOBER

Who is this learning for?

This Level 2 course is for multi-agency operational staff and managers working within East Lothian and Midlothian who are in regular contact or carry out direct work with vulnerable adults and who have a requirement to learn more about Adult Protection for their role. This course is suitable for staff who have not previously completed this training as it is not refresher training. It is not appropriate for social workers in adult services who have Council Officer duties under the Adult Support and Protection Act.

Are there any pre-requisites for attending this course?

Applicants must have previously completed Level 1 Adult Support and Protection training (either through Learnpro, or a virtual or face-to-face session).

In advance of attending the course, you should ensure you are familiar with EMPPC Adult Support and Protection Policy and Procedures, ELBEG Adult Support and Protection Multi-agency Guidelines and as well as your employer’s Adult Protection Policy and Procedures.

What are the learning outcomes?

  • To understand the national and local policy and legislative context for Adult Protection
  • To describe the roles of agencies involved in Adult Protection
  • To become familiar with the key processes and procedures (including the duty to inquire, inter-agency referral discussions and case conferences)
  • To explain concepts of risk assessment and risk management in an Adult Protection context

How will the training be delivered?

This training will take place on a virtual basis, using Microsoft Teams, over two half days. You should only sign up to this course if you are able to attend both days, and can access the training via Microsoft Teams.  The training will be delivered on a multi-agency basis by professionals from Police, Health, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Adult Social Work and the Adult Support and Protection Lead Officer.

How do I apply?

Speak to your line manager about whether this course is suitable for your role and level of experience. Demand for this course will be high, therefore you are required to seek your manager’s approval, ensure that you are available on the day, and that you have protected time to attend before enrolling. You can then apply by completing the booking form overleaf. The closing date for booking on this course is Tuesday 11th October. Applicants will be notified shortly thereafter if they have been allocated a space on this course.

Note: This course may count towards the Continuous Professional Learning requirements for your registration body.

To book a place please contact emppo@eastlothian.gov.uk
NO LATER THAN  TUESDAY 11th OCTOBER

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East Lothian Connect Group

Connect is a free service for women who have had some involvement with the justice system and who need support with challenges such as substance use, mental health difficulties or low self-esteem, or feel isolated or have experienced domestic abuse.

Read the very positive article about this service and our wonderful Justice Social Work Team in the East Lothian Courier here.

Please send any referrals to connect@eastlothian.gov.uk

PS – it’s not a new service (as it says in the article) but everything else there is accurate.

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Violence Against Women and Girls recognised as a major public health issue in Scotland

Public Health Scotland has published six new briefings that outline the relationship between Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Scotland’s public health priorities.

In Scotland, VAWG is a major public health issue. Gender and sex are important determinants of health with many health conditions, health behaviours and exposures to health risks varying because of gender inequality.  We know it is important to consider gender and recognise the impact of gender inequality to address VAWG. The briefings take this into account and offer recommendations for what a public health response to VAWG could look like. The briefings highlight:

  • The challenges faced by women in Scotland to live in safe places and communities
  • How the early years shape attitudes towards violence against women 
  • How the impact of experiencing violence as children can impact on adulthood
  • The challenges faced by women in Scotland to achieve positive mental health
  • The complex relationship with alcohol and drugs
  • The weaker economic position of women in Scotland, relative to men
  • The barriers to eating well, having a healthy weight and being physically active

The briefings also offer recommendations for what a public health response to VAWG and the priorities could include.Nor further information contact: Emma Kennedy emma.kennedy1@phs.scot  or Kevin Campbell kevin.campbell1@phs.scot