Child Protection

I operate a no physical contact teaching method with children and young people. It is quite possible to demonstrate through visual and not with touch.

I have worked in arts administration for nearly 20 years. For 17 of those I worked in pastoral care, and for the last 10 I have managed weekend music programmes for nearly 350 children and young people.

I have been a Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) and have undertaken extensive NSPCC training in safe one to one teaching practices, as well as full DSO training and training in managing allegations.

I have a DBS on the Update Service and am happy to show the up to date status of that at any point.

Safety

I hold Public and Products Liability Insurance and Professional Indemnity Insurance through a-n.

I have undertaken IOSH Risk Assessment training, and hold risk assessments on venues where I teach.