Missing Children

Learning Outcomes

State the key reasons children and young people may go missing
Explain the risk factors associated with missing episodes
Analyse lessons learned from past incidents to improve future safeguarding efforts
Identify the requirements for effective record keeping and reporting
Describe appropriate safeguarding approaches for preventing and managing missing incidents
Explain how risk assessments are used to identify and mitigate potential harm
Identify how multi-agency working supports improved outcomes for missing children and young people

Aim

This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to understand why children and young people go missing, identify key risk factors, and apply safeguarding strategies to help prevent, respond to, and reduce the risks associated with missing incidents. It emphasises multi-agency working, risk assessment, and effective reporting to protect vulnerable individuals.

Why Customers would Benefit from the Missing Children Training Course?

The Missing Children course provides essential training for professionals working with children and young people in care, education, or community settings. It helps staff understand why children go missing, recognise key risk factors, and respond appropriately using safeguarding-led approaches. The course ensures organisations are equipped to protect vulnerable children, fulfil their safeguarding duties, and collaborate effectively with other agencies when a child is reported missing.

Key Benefits for Customers:

Supports Statutory Safeguarding Duties

Helps organisations meet the requirements of Working Together to Safeguard Children, The Children Act 1989/2004, and Local Authority protocols for missing children.

Improves Early Identification and Prevention

Equips staff to recognise patterns, risk indicators, and vulnerabilities that may lead to a child going missing—enabling proactive support.

Promotes Safe and Timely Responses

Teaches staff how to respond quickly and safely when a child or young person is missing, helping to reduce risk and protect from harm.

Builds Confidence in Reporting and Recording

Emphasises the importance of accurate documentation and timely escalation in line with safeguarding procedures and audit requirements.

Encourages Multi-Agency Working

Reinforces the value of inter-agency collaboration in safeguarding missing children, helping improve communication and outcomes.

Relevant to All Child-Facing Roles

Suitable for staff in residential care, foster services, youth work, education, and supported housing—ensuring real-world application across settings.

Promotes Reflective Practice and Learning

Uses real case examples to explore lessons learned and improve organisational safeguarding culture and responsiveness.

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