Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Supervision

Why choose BEP?

The DSL role is challenging, complex and emotionally intense at times. Supervision offers DSLs a containing and structured space to reflect on their experiences, process difficult safeguarding cases, and maintain clarity in difficult situations.

• Support for complex decision-making, helping you think clearly under pressure. - Reduced emotional load, supporting your wellbeing and protecting against burnout.
• Greater resilience and confidence in managing difficult cases and holding boundaries.
• A safe, confidential space to offload and reflect on emotionally challenging safeguarding work.
• Time to reflect on ethical dilemmas and ensure practice remains child-centred and balanced
• Ongoing professional development, helping DSLs grow in emotional intelligence and reflective capacity
• Supervision helps DSLs stay grounded, focused, and well—so they can continue to safeguard others effectively.