Sexual Harassment Support Officer (SHSO) Training
Through our Sexual Harassment Support Officer (SHSO) training, you’ll develop an in-depth understanding of sexual harassment, including workplace responsibilities and how to comply with the Worker Protection Act (2023) and Employment Rights Act (2025).
Our intensive Sexual Harassment Support Officer (SHSO) training workshop is suitable for all organisations and employees, with a particular focus on those currently in or preparing to take on the role of SHSO.
This training is designed to equip organisations and employees with the knowledge and practical skills needed to prevent sexual harassment, respond appropriately, and help you comply with:
- Employment Rights Act (2025)
- Worker Protection Act (2023)
- FCA rules around Non-Financial Misconduct
Around 1 in 3 people have experienced sexual harassment at work in the past 12 months, and the law now says that employers need to be taking reasonable steps to prevent it.*
Key details
Delivery:
- In-person or online
Online/In-person (private group) prices from:
- £1,512 (full day)
Sexual Harassment Support Officer (SHSO) training – learning objectives
- Build comprehensive knowledge of sexual harassment, relevant legislation, and workplace responsibilities.
- Learn what drives sexual harassment and the environments it thrives in.
- Learn about trauma and responding to disclosures of sexual harassment.
- Understand vicarious (secondary) trauma and learn how to prevent it.
- Learn how to support people affected by sexual harassment safely and compassionately, without retraumatising them.
- Build practical skills for investigating cases of sexual harassment and abuse.
- Understand your obligations under the Worker Protection Act (2023) and how to apply them in practice.
Trauma-informed training
Download our training brochure to explore all the workshops and learning opportunities we offer.
Flexible licensing and learning options
We offer flexible licensing options for our trauma informed training packages (pricing available on request), giving your team ongoing access to high quality learning resources. You can also book a masterclass with our expert trainer to build the skills and confidence needed to deliver our impactful workshops within your organisation.
10% donor discount on all training
We’re pleased to offer anyone who has made a financial donation to us a 10% discount on our training workshops. Just let us know when you’re booking your training.
Email training@sarsas.org.uk for bespoke training, licensing options, or any other questions.
*Sexual Harassment Survey, Government Equalities Office (2020)
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Are your staff prepared to respond to sexual harassment and abuse, support disclosures, and have confident conversations about sensitive topics?
We understand that ensuring compliance with different laws and regulations can feel overwhelming at times, and finding the right courses to meet your needs can often feel confusing.
