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Voluntary and community groups

We all have a responsibility to help keep children safe. Organisations working with children and young people must have safeguarding policies and procedures in place and be able to respond to child protection concerns. But we understand that it's not always easy to know exactly what you need to do.

That's why we've produced a range of resources for voluntary and community groups. Whether you're just starting out or you're reviewing existing processes, we're here to help.

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Training to help you keep children safe

Ready for more detail?

Use these recommended safeguarding standards and accompanying guidance to help you keep children safe.

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New to safeguarding?

Take a step-by-step approach with our introductory guide to setting up safeguarding and child protection measures.

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Check your progress

Assess how well your safeguarding arrangements are working with our online self-assessment tool.


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Develop a campaign

Work with us to develop and deliver local campaigns and initiatives that protect children and young people.

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Safeguarding in your community


Charity trustees

Information about the safeguarding duties of a lead or designated trustee. Includes an overview of key legislation and guidance for charities.

Working with young volunteers

An outline of what you need to consider when working with young volunteers from assessing risks to recruiting and providing ongoing support.

More resources and support

Policies and procedures

Learn about what you need to include and consider when writing your policy statement and procedures. Includes tips and legislation and guidance.

Safeguarding scenarios

Read our range of practice examples explaining what you can do to keep children safe in situations you may encounter during your day-to-day work.

Recruitment and employment

A guide to implementing safer recruitment policies and procedures within your organisation. Contains information about vetting, disclosure and barring checks.

Safer activities and events

You’re thinking about taking a group of children or young people out on a day trip or for an activity, event or overnight stay. Here's what you need to know first.

Recognising and responding to abuse

Best practices for identifying concerns, responding to disclosures, recording information and reporting concerns.