Trustees’ safeguarding duties - NCVO
A trustee’s safeguarding duties depend on what their charity does and who it works with. All charities should: have appropriate policies and procedures in place to safeguard anyone the charity comes into contact with make sure that trustees, staff, volunteers and beneficiaries are aware of these policies and know how to apply them report any serious safeguarding incidents to the Charity ...
Responsibilities of a lead trustee for safeguarding - NCVO
The lead trustee for safeguarding will, in most cases, be a volunteer from within the board who has skills, experience and confidence in the area of safeguarding. Sometimes, it is a volunteer who starts without knowledge, but is willing to undertake the necessary training in order to develop the knowledge and skills required to undertake the role. It is good practice to ensure that the role ...
Safeguarding for charities and trustees - GOV.UK
NCVO’s safeguarding resource or Bond’s ‘Good governance for safeguarding’.
Safeguarding essentials for trustees (0.5 day) - booking.ncvo.org.uk
It's especially helpful for trustees with designated board-level responsibility for safeguarding, or chairs of sub-committees with oversight of safeguarding. If you're looking for an introduction to the operational delivery of safeguarding in charities, our safeguarding essentials in charities course may be more suitable.
NCVO: Safeguarding essentials for trustees | Manchester Community Central
This introductory course explains the key trustee responsibilities for safeguarding, following guidance from the Charity Commission. Safeguarding is a fundamental part of operating as a charity for the public benefit. Trustees must take reasonable steps to protect people who come into contact with their charity from harm. This course will help trustees embed safeguarding in their governance ...
Lead Trustee for Safeguarding - Religious Life Safeguarding Service
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) provides the following guidance for appointing a Lead Trustee for Safeguarding: What is a Lead Trustee for Safeguarding? The Lead Trustee for Safeguarding will, in most cases, be a volunteer from within the board who has skills, experience and confidence in the area of safeguarding.
Introduction to safeguarding for trustees - NCVO
If you need an introduction to safeguarding, start with our what is safeguarding page. The Charity Governance Code is a practical continuous improvement tool to help charities and their trustees develop high standards of governance. Revised in 2020, its principle around ‘Integrity’ includes details of how trustees ensure the right to be safe across the organisation. If your charity works ...
Safeguarding and protecting people from harm: Your role as a trustee
This document provides guidance for trustees on their role in safeguarding and protecting people from harm at charities. It discusses legal duties around safeguarding, creating a culture of inclusion and safety, and upholding principles such as preventing abuse of power.
NCVO: Safeguarding essentials for trustees | Manchester Community Central
This introductory course explains the key trustee responsibilities for safeguarding, following guidance from the Charity Commission Safeguarding is a fundame ntal part of operating as a charity for the public benefit. Trustees must take reasonable steps to protect people who come into contact with th eir charity from harm.
Working with your trustees - NCVO
Appoint a designated safeguarding lead – this is a member of your team who will report to the board with the CEO. Offer training and development – make sure the training is relevant to the role and responsibilities of trustees.
Safeguarding and Protecting People - scvo.info
Safeguarding is a key governance priority for all trustees, not just those working with groups traditionally considered at risk. The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) has recently launched a range of safeguarding resources, supported by other organisations.
Succeeding in safeguarding: A guide for trustees | Cause4
Resources Here are some resources to support your safeguarding work. Safeguarding advice: NCVO has a wealth of information of safeguarding for trustees, and guidance on Charity ethical principles to support boards/individual trustees when making decisions on how to report safeguarding issues, in line with the code of conduct
NCVO publish guidance on safely recruiting staff, volunteers and trustees
NCVO offers advice and support for voluntary organisations on a range of subjects. From information on setting up a charity to developing effective teams, the site is full of helpful tools and resources. This week, NCVO have published their safeguarding resources. Developed collaboratively by an NCVO-led partnership, they outline the steps that voluntary organisations in […]
Safeguarding - NCVO
Safeguarding day-to-day Getting people involved Choosing staff, volunteers and trustees Policies and procedures Roles and responsibilities Recognise, respond and report Understanding the risks
NCVO: Safeguarding essentials for trustees | Manchester Community Central
Understood the principle safeguarding duties to staff, volunteers, children and adults at risk of harm and others in contact with your organisation within current law and policy in England Understood governance and assurance role of trustees in building a safeguarding culture Aware of safer working responsibilities as a trustee.
Training and events - NCVO
Trustees play an important role in making sure charities are well-managed and can achieve their aims. This accessible, interactive trustee eLearning course lets you study in your own time and at your own pace so you can fit around your schedule and priorities.
Working with the CEO - NCVO
In safeguarding, as in all of governance, the chair and CEO should work as a team providing leadership for the whole organisation, covering both internal and external affairs. This section covers what the chair of the trustee board can do to make that relationship effective.
NCVO - Safeguarding essentials for trustees | Manchester Community Central
Protecting people and safeguarding is a fundamental part of operating as a charity for the public benefit. Charity trustees must take reasonable steps to protect from harm people who come into contact with their charity. This introductory half day training session explains the key responsibilities of trustees for safeguarding in line with guidance from the Charity Commission.
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Safeguarding essentials for trustees (0.5 day) This introductory course explains the key trustee responsibilities for safeguarding, following guidance from the Charity Commission