Safeguarding Lead

🌟 Safeguarding Lead

Organisation: Sarah Barker Art Studios CIC
Location: North Cornwall (hybrid/remote options considered)
Type: Volunteer or Part-Time Role (with potential to grow as funding allows)

🌈 About Us

Sarah Barker Art Studios CIC is an innovative, fully accessible creative hub founded by paint-by-mouth artist Sarah Barker. Our mission is to break down barriers for disabled and non-disabled people to explore, create, and connect through art. We run inclusive workshops, exhibitions, and community events that champion creativity, wellbeing, and empowerment.

🛡️ Role Purpose

The Safeguarding Lead will be the named person responsible for promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults involved in all our activities. You’ll ensure our policies, procedures, and practices meet the highest standards, helping to create a safe, positive environment for everyone.

✨ Key Responsibilities

Lead on safeguarding policy development, implementation, and regular review.

Be the main point of contact for any safeguarding concerns or disclosures.

Offer advice and guidance to staff, volunteers, and session facilitators on safeguarding issues.

Liaise with statutory agencies and other organisations as necessary.

Support safe recruitment practices, including DBS checks and reference processes.

Maintain accurate, confidential records of any concerns or incidents.

Ensure safeguarding training is up-to-date and delivered to the team.

Promote a culture where all participants feel respected, valued, and safe.

🧠 Person Specification

Essential:

Understanding of safeguarding legislation, guidance, and best practice.

Experience working with children, young people, or adults at risk.

Confidence handling sensitive information with discretion.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable:

Previous experience in a safeguarding lead or designated safeguarding officer role.

Knowledge of the arts or community development sector.

Level 3 (or higher) Safeguarding Training (or willingness to complete).

💪 What You’ll Gain

The chance to shape an inspiring, accessible arts project.

Professional development and safeguarding training opportunities.

A supportive, forward-thinking environment.

The opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community.

💬 How to Apply

If you’re passionate about protecting and empowering others and want to help Sarah Barker Art Studios CIC grow safely, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply:
Please email your CV and a short statement explaining why you’d like to be our Safeguarding Lead to sarahbarkerartstudioscic@gmail.com.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience of disability or marginalisation.