Essential Safeguarding for the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors
Tuesday 12 May, 9.30am - 1.15pm | Online via Zoom | £115
A clear, practical introduction to safeguarding for those working across the creative, cultural and heritage sectors, and the most suitable option for annual refresher training.
Safeguarding is a core responsibility and legal requirement for creative, cultural and heritage organisations. This session provides a solid grounding in safeguarding essentials, alongside real-world insight into how safeguarding applies in organisational settings such as museums, galleries, theatres, music organisations and participatory arts contexts.
This course is designed as the entry point to safeguarding training with Artswork Professional Development, and as a proportionate annual refresh for those who have previously completed safeguarding training.
In this concise online course, you will:
- Understand the background to safeguarding and why it matters in creative and cultural settings
- Explore key categories of abuse and how concerns may present in practice
- Consider safeguarding concerns within your own working context
- Develop confidence in responding appropriately to disclosures
- Strengthen your understanding of everyday safeguarding responsibilities
Why attend
This course offers a practical, accessible overview of safeguarding that is grounded in the realities of creative and cultural work. It is designed to support both first-time learners and those refreshing their safeguarding knowledge, helping ensure practice remains current, confident and proportionate.
Ideal for
Anyone working in creative, cultural or heritage organisations who needs a clear introduction to safeguarding, or an annual refresher. This includes staff, freelancers and volunteers who work directly with children, young people or adults at risk of harm.
Which safeguarding course is right for me?
You might find this helpful when deciding which session to book:
- If you’re a trustee or board member, this session is right for you:
Safeguarding for Trustees - If you’re looking for entry-level safeguarding training or an annual refresher, start with:
Essential Safeguarding for the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors - If you apply safeguarding in your day-to-day work or manage activities, projects or teams, but are not responsible for making safeguarding referrals, or are looking to build on the fundamental knowledge, you may prefer:
Safeguarding in Context: Applied Practice - If you are a Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) or safeguarding lead and make decisions about referrals or escalation, this course is designed for you:
Safeguarding in Context: Strengthening Professional Judgement - If you have organisational or leadership responsibility for safeguarding, including oversight, safer recruitment or embedding safeguarding across teams, this course is the most appropriate:
Safeguarding: Managing People & Practice
Course Cost: £115 per person
When: Tuesday 12 May, 9.30-13.15 - Online via Zoom
Career Development Support:
We understand that funding training opportunities can be challenging, especially during defining moments in your life or career.
At Artswork, we believe in investing in the future of our sector, and we want to support those who are passionate about safeguarding and cultural development. That’s why we offer our Career Development Support pricing.
We have reserved three places on each course at a 25% discount for individuals who could use a little extra financial support. If you feel this applies to you, please contact us at [email protected] to explain your situation and receive the next steps.
All of our training courses are delivered using Zoom.
If you require further information or would like to discuss your needs in advance of the session, please contact us at [email protected]
Can this training be delivered specifically for our organisation?
Yes! All of our training courses can be delivered either online or in person at a time and date that works best for your team. We’re happy to adapt the content to ensure it aligns with your organisation’s needs and priorities.
If you’d like to learn more or discuss your requirements, please get in touch with us at [email protected]
*Read our course terms and conditions here.
Important Notice:
Please note that any discounts must be applied at the checkout. They cannot be redeemed retrospectively once the transaction is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely. Please inform us of your learning support requirements when booking the course. We will contact you before the training to discuss how we can best support your learning needs and ensure you have a positive and effective lear
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If you feel you could benefit from the Career Development Support pricing, please contact us at [email protected] to explain your situation. We have reserved three places on each course at a 25% discount for individuals who need a li
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Absolutely! This course caters to all levels of experience, supporting an inclusive learning environment.
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No. Essential Safeguarding is designed to cover safeguarding for all individuals. Our comprehensive approach ensures that you gain insights and skills applicable to childen, young people, and adults at risk of harm.
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Yes. All attendees will be able to download a certificate of completion from our online learning platform after the session.
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Yes. You will have access to the slides used on our online self-guided module via our on-demand learning platform, Thinkific.
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Yes, we do offer this course as bespoke training tailored to meet the needs of organisations. Please contact us at [email protected] to express your interest and discuss your requirements.
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Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] for any enquiries or additional information.
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No, discount codes must be applied at the checkout before completing your purchase. They cannot be used retrospectively.
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Safeguarding is not only a legal obligation but a commitment to ensuring a secure environment. It's important for building trust with young people, adults, and stakeholders.
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The course provides strategies for professionals across the creative, cultural and heritage sectors, ensuring practical applicability in your unique work context.
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Our Zoom-delivered courses incorporate interactive elements, group discussions, and resource sharing to ensure an engaging and effective online learning experience.
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Yes. two 15-minute breaks will be included in the session to allow participants to meaningfully absorb the information.
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