School security is a complex and demanding challenge, as teaching staff face increased risks from threats such as violence, theft and arson.
This course considers the scale and scope of the risks facing schools, and puts forward a range of techniques to increase the security of teachers and pupils as well as school property and buildings.
What you will Learn
The range of incidents and security threats currently facing schools
Government and education authority initiatives and targets
Recording and measuring the incidents and threats to your staff and school
How to conduct a risk assessment
How to plan and implement a security initiative in your school
How to design and implement a violence reduction strategy
What security measures are available and when and how to use them
How to monitor and evaluate your security strategy
Who will benefit
This course will benefit all headteachers, deputy headteachers, teachers, school governors and other educators, as well as those responsible for managing schools including local authorities and members of education committees.
Programme
An overview of school security
Legislation and education initiatives
Recording and measuring incidents in schools
Conducting risk assessments
Conducting a school security survey
Using situational crime prevention
Monitoring and evaluating your school safety and security
