October 2025 DSL Network Session for setting DSLs (Designated Safeguarding Leads), managers and owners

The October sessions will cover:  

• Key Safeguarding updates, including exploring changes to Ofsted inspections for Safeguarding in November 

• Virtual Schools update 

• Operation Encompass 

• Safeguarding Assessment Audit 2025–2026 

Target audience: Setting DSLs, managers, owners

Organisation: Birmingham City Council Early Years and Childcare Service - Safeguarding Team

Contact: Jaki Bateman (EYDuty@birmingham.gov.uk)

Cost: Free

Places: Limited - first come, first served

Booking: October DSL Network - Morning Session: 9:15-10:15 AM

*Other dates/times available. Please choose the session that best suits your needs. See all October DSL sessions here.

NOTE: This event will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams. A link will be sent via email prior to YOUR session.