NEW YOUTH THEATRE – SAFEGUARDING & CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT

Introduction
At New Youth Theatre, the safety and wellbeing of the children and young people we work with is our highest priority. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every child and young person can develop their confidence, creativity and skills through performing arts activities.

Our full Safeguarding Policy is available from New Youth Theatre Head Office.
Please contact info@newyouththeatre.co.uk to request a copy

Our Commitment
• The welfare of children and young people is paramount.
• All workshop leaders, freelance facilitators and volunteers are carefully selected, vetted and undergo enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks.
• All New Youth Theatre centre’s receive safeguarding training and follow strict codes of conduct.
• We work in line with The Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and guidance from local safeguarding authorities.
• Concerns are always taken seriously and acted upon promptly in partnership with statutory services.

If You Have Concerns
If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child or young person that attends New Youth Theatre, please contact our Nominated Safeguarding Representative:
Yvette Kimber – safeguarding@newyouththeatre.co.uk
Amy Colley – safeguarding@newyouththeatre.co.uk
Phone: 07715 369920
Alternatively, you can contact:
NSPCC (24-hour helpline): 0808 800 5000
Children’s Services (Lincolnshire Local Authority): 01522 782111
Police (emergency): 999

Working Together
We believe safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. By working in partnership with parents, carers, children and external agencies, we aim to ensure that every child and young person in our care is safe, supported and able to thrive.

Updated May 2026