Keeping Children Safe

Safeguarding & Child Protection

The safety and wellbeing of every child in our care is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where young filmmakers can thrive.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

Young Filmmakers Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and visitors to share this commitment.

We believe that all children, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation, or identity, have the right to equal protection from all types of harm or abuse.

Key Safeguarding Measures

Staff Vetting

  • Enhanced DBS checks for all staff and volunteers
  • Regular safeguarding training updates
  • Reference checks and identity verification
  • Ongoing supervision and support

Safe Environment

  • Appropriate adult-to-child ratios maintained
  • Clear behaviour expectations and boundaries
  • Safe physical environment and equipment
  • Secure premises with controlled access

Online Safety

  • Supervised online activities and content creation
  • Secure data handling and storage

Photography & Filming

  • Written parental consent for all filming
  • Clear guidelines on appropriate content
  • Secure storage of student work

Reporting Concerns

If you have any concerns about a child's welfare or safety, please contact us immediately:

Designated Safeguarding Lead: Evelyn Orrell

Emergency Contact: evelyn@youngfilmmakers.club

Out of Hours: Contact local authorities or emergency services

External Support: NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 | Childline: 0800 1111

Code of Conduct

All staff, volunteers, and participants are expected to:

  • Treat all children with dignity and respect
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries in all interactions
  • Report any concerns about child welfare immediately
  • Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures
  • Promote an inclusive and supportive environment
  • Respect confidentiality and privacy

Training & Continuous Improvement

We are committed to continuous improvement in our safeguarding practices:

  • Regular safeguarding training for all staff
  • Consultation with safeguarding experts
  • Feedback from parents, children, and staff
  • Compliance with current legislation and best practice

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions about our safeguarding policies or wish to report a concern, please don't hesitate to contact us. We take all safeguarding matters seriously and will respond promptly and appropriately.

Email: evelyn@youngfilmmakers.club

This policy was last updated: September 2025

Next review date: September 2026

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