Safeguarding for Trustees in the Creative, Cultural & Heritage Sectors
A short, focused safeguarding session designed specifically for trustees and board members.
This twilight session explores the safeguarding responsibilities of trustees, with a focus on governance, accountability and oversight rather than operational detail.
In this course, you will:
- Understand trustee safeguarding responsibilities
- Explore governance, accountability and risk
- Gain confidence in asking the right safeguarding questions at board level
Why attend
Trustees play an important role in safeguarding, even where they are not involved in day-to-day delivery. This session provides clarity on what trustees need to know, and how safeguarding fits within effective governance.
Ideal for
Trustees and board members of creative, cultural and heritage organisations.
Which safeguarding course is right for me?
You might find this helpful when deciding which session to book:
When: Wednesday, 13 May 2026, 5.30-7.30pm – Online via Zoom
Cost: £79 per person
- 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
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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Yes. This session is designed with flexibility in mind. You can participate fully, or simply listen and absorb information with your camera and microphone off. There’s no pressure to engage unless you want to - this is your time to learn in the way that works best for you.
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Lunch and learn events are a little less interactive than our standard training sessions. While there will be opportunities for Q&A and discussions, the focus is on delivering key insights in an efficient, engaging format. Perfect for those who prefer a more relaxed approach to learning.
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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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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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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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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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Yes. All attendees will be able to download a certificate of completion from our online learning platform after the session.
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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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