Online Workshop

Level 3 Safeguarding

This Level 3 safeguarding qualification is delivered across two live online workshop sessions and provides in-depth knowledge for professionals working with children, young people or vulnerable adults. It develops the confidence to recognise signs of abuse, neglect or exploitation, understand safeguarding responsibilities and respond appropriately to concerns or disclosures.
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Instructor
Olivia Baldock-Ward

Upcoming Dates

This Level 3 qualification is delivered across two live online workshop sessions. You must attend both sessions before progressing to the mandatory one-to-one assessment.

Session Date
Session 1 of 2 20 October 2026
Session 2 of 2 23 October 2026

🕒 Time: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm for each session
⏳ Duration: Approximately 3 hours per session, including breaks
📚 Total live workshop time: Approximately 6 hours across both sessions

Assessment: Following Session 2, you will need to complete a mandatory one-to-one online assessment within three weeks. Assessment appointments can be booked at the end of Session 2, when the available dates and times will be provided.

You must attend both workshop sessions before completing your assessment.


This Level 3 safeguarding workshop is designed for professionals who work with or around children, young people or vulnerable adults, including driver and rider trainers.

Driver and rider trainers can be in a unique position to notice changes in behaviour, signs of abuse, neglect or exploitation, or other safeguarding concerns. This workshop develops the knowledge and confidence needed to recognise potential concerns, understand your safeguarding responsibilities and respond appropriately.

Why Choose This Workshop?

FAA Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF)

This is more than basic safeguarding awareness. The workshop provides a structured Level 3 qualification for professionals who need a stronger understanding of safeguarding and how to apply it within their role.

For driver and rider trainers, safeguarding is particularly relevant because you may work one-to-one with children, young people and vulnerable adults. The workshop will help you recognise when something may not be right, understand your responsibilities and know how to respond to a concern or disclosure appropriately.

By completing the workshop and assessment, you can strengthen your professional safeguarding knowledge while helping to create a safer and more supportive learning environment for your pupils.

What You'll Learn

  • Understand your safeguarding responsibilities and the legal frameworks that support them.
  • Recognise potential signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation.
  • Understand how safeguarding concerns can affect children, young people and vulnerable adults.
  • Respond appropriately and sensitively to concerns or disclosures and follow the correct procedures.
  • Understand your professional responsibilities when recording and reporting safeguarding concerns.
  • Create a safer learning environment that supports the wellbeing of your pupils.
  • Strengthen your professional safeguarding knowledge and confidence.

Important: To achieve the qualification, you must attend both live online workshop sessions and successfully complete a mandatory one-to-one Zoom assessment within 3 weeks of the second session. Assessment dates and times will be provided at the end of Session 2, when you will be able to book your assessment. Attendance at the workshop sessions alone is not sufficient to achieve the qualification.

Basic info

Running Time: Two live online sessions, approximately 3 hours per session, including breaks (approximately 6 hours in total).

This Course Includes:

  • Two live, interactive online workshop sessions.
  • Mandatory one-to-one Zoom assessment following the second session.
  • FAA Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF) certificate upon successful completion of all course and assessment requirements.
Intended audience

  • Driver and rider trainers working with children, young people or vulnerable adults

  • ADIs and PDIs looking to gain a recognised Level 3 safeguarding qualification

  • Trainers looking to develop their safeguarding knowledge beyond basic awareness

  • Professionals with a duty of care who may need to recognise, respond to or report safeguarding concerns

  • Anyone who requires a higher level of safeguarding knowledge for their professional role

This course is suitable for those looking to gain a formal Level 3 safeguarding qualification. To achieve the qualification, participants must attend both live online workshop sessions and successfully complete the mandatory one-to-one assessment following Session 2.

What qualification will I receive?
On successful completion of the course and assessment requirements, you will achieve the FAA Level 3 Award in Principles of Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People or Vulnerable Adults (RQF).
Is the course delivered over one or two sessions?
The course is delivered across two live online workshop sessions. Each session lasts approximately 3 hours, including breaks. Both sessions form part of the same course.
Do I need to attend both sessions?
Yes. You must attend both Session 1 and Session 2. The sessions are not alternative dates and both are required to complete the workshop element of the qualification.
How long is the course?
Each live session lasts approximately 3 hours, including breaks, giving approximately 6 hours of live workshop time in total. You will also need to complete the mandatory one-to-one assessment following Session 2.
Is there an assessment?
Yes. After attending both workshop sessions, you must complete and pass a mandatory one-to-one Zoom assessment within 3 weeks of Session 2.
Will I receive a certificate just for attending?
No. Attendance alone is not sufficient to achieve the qualification. You must attend both live sessions and successfully complete the mandatory assessment before the Level 3 qualification certificate can be awarded.
Who is the course suitable for?
The course is suitable for Driver and Rider Trainers, ADIs, PDIs and other professionals who work with or around children, young people or vulnerable adults. It is particularly suitable for anyone wanting to develop their safeguarding knowledge beyond basic awareness.
Do I need previous safeguarding training?
No previous Level 3 safeguarding qualification is required. The course will develop your understanding of safeguarding responsibilities, recognising potential concerns and responding appropriately.
Is the course only for Driver and Rider Trainers?
No. Although the course is particularly relevant to Driver and Rider Trainers, it is open to other professionals who work with or around children, young people or vulnerable adults.
How is the course delivered?
Both sessions are delivered live online via Zoom. This is an interactive workshop rather than a pre-recorded course, so you will be able to see and hear the trainer, ask questions, contribute to discussions and participate in activities.
What equipment do I need?
You will need a PC, laptop or tablet capable of running Zoom, a working camera and microphone, a stable internet connection and a suitable environment where you can participate without interruption.
How many people attend each workshop?
Online Workshops are typically limited to around 8 to 12 participants to encourage interaction, discussion and opportunities to ask questions.
When will I receive the Zoom link?
The Zoom link will be sent on the working day before each session and again approximately 30 minutes before the session starts.
What happens if I miss one of the sessions?
As both sessions are required to complete the workshop element of the qualification, you should contact DIA Academy as soon as possible if you are unable to attend one of your booked sessions. Any alternative arrangements will be subject to availability.
Do DIA Members receive a discount?
Yes. DIA Members receive a discount on the course and can access their discount code through the DIA member benefits area.
Do I receive any course materials?
Yes. We will post you an accompanying course booklet shortly before the start of the course, which you can use throughout the live workshop sessions.
Safeguarding Online Workshop (Level 3)
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What are Online Workshops?

Online Workshops are interactive, live online sessions delivered in small groups. These workshops encourage active participation through practical tasks, group discussions, and breakout activities. They are designed to replicate the engagement of in-person workshops while offering the convenience of remote access. Attendance is limited, typically to 8 to 12 participants, to ensure maximum engagement.

How To Attend

This session is delivered via Zoom, allowing Driver Trainers to join from the comfort of their own home or office. Zoom is a widely used video conferencing platform that enables live, interactive participation without the need for travel. The Zoom link will be sent on the working day before the session and again 30 minutes before the session starts. Please ensure you are able to access and navigate Zoom before the session starts. If youu2019re unable to join due to technical issues, we cannot guarantee a place on an alternative session.

Course requirements

To take part, you’ll need:

  • A PC, laptop or tablet capable of running Zoom
  • A working camera and microphone so you can fully participate in both sessions
  • A stable internet connection
  • A suitable environment where you can take part without interruption

During the live workshop sessions, you will be able to:

  • See and hear your trainer in real time
  • Ask questions and contribute to discussions
  • Take part in interactive activities and group discussions
  • Explore safeguarding scenarios and how to respond appropriately in practice