Free Cyber Security Webinar: Understanding Safeguarding and Leadership Responsibilities
Schools hold some of the most sensitive information in the public sector, making them an attractive target for cyber criminals. In the last 12 months, well over half of all primary and secondary schools identified a cyber breach or attack.
Beyond the operational disruption of cyber incidents, schools have a responsibility to protect the personal information of pupils, staff and families, and to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to keep children safe online.
The Department for Education’s Digital and Technology Standards identify cyber security as a core requirement for schools and colleges, which now forms part of leadership, governance and safeguarding responsibility.
To help schools better understand their responsibilities and access practical support, Schools Broadband has partnered with the South East Cyber Crime Unit, to deliver a free webinar focused on cyber security, digital safeguarding and the DfE standards.
What we'll cover
Cyber Security as Safeguarding
Why securing your systems and data is critical to protecting staff and pupils from harm
Understanding the DfE Digital & Technology Standards
An overview of where cyber security sits within the DfE’s expectations for schools and trusts.
Free Resources for Schools
Practical tools and guidance available to help schools strengthen their cyber resilience and work towards the DfE standards.
Live Email Security Check
Could your school emails be spoofed? See a live demonstration and learn how to identify common weaknesses.
Free Training and Support from Cyber Protect
Discover how local policing teams can support your school with free cyber security awareness and training
Who should attend?
This webinar will be valuable for:
- Headteachers
- School Business Managers
- Trust Leaders
- IT Managers
- Network Managers
- Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)
- Governors and Trustees
Agenda
- Schools Broadband Security Overview: 10 minutes
- Cyber Protect Presentation: Approximately 30 minutes
- Live Q&A: 10 minutes
Reserve Your Free Place
Whether you’re responsible for safeguarding, school leadership, IT, governance or compliance, this session will provide practical insights to help your school understand emerging risks, strengthen cyber resilience and work towards meeting DfE expectations.
We look forward to welcoming you.
