Course: Child Protection & Safeguarding

The Course:
Of benefit to individuals and organisations looking to update their understanding of child protection legislation and best practice, this course provides a full update on current child protection legislation, including the Disclosure and Barring service, the Duty to Refer and Working Together.

The day will provide practical advice to help you develop sensible structures and build confidence around child protection issues, within the context of developing and delivering creative and cultural projects for children and young people. The course also includes a “safe touch” section, exploring how child protection guidelines can be maintained within more physical art forms.

Ideal for:
Anyone working in the arts and cultural sectors with children and young people

You will gain:
An update on current child protection legislation and best practice
Information on the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and how to handle disclosure
Ideas for developing child protection policies
Safe Touch – information on how child protection guidelines can be maintained within more physical art forms

The course costs £130. The day includes lunch, refreshments and a certificate of attendance for each delegate.

English National Youth Arts Network members are eligible for a 10% discount.

Book your place online at www.artswork.org.uk/event/156 or contact rachelhall@artswork.org.uk / 02380 332491