Safeguarding & Welfare

At Twilight Productions Performing Arts Company, the safety, wellbeing, and protection of every young person in our care is our highest priority. We are fully committed to creating a secure, inclusive, and supportive environment where all participants can thrive both creatively and personally.

Our Commitment

We adhere to robust safeguarding practices and ensure that all staff, volunteers, and creative team members understand their responsibility to protect children and young people from harm. Safeguarding is embedded in every aspect of our work, from rehearsals to performances.

Training & Certification

• Senior team members working directly with young people are DBS checked (Disclosure and Barring Service).

• Staff are safeguarding trained, with up-to-date knowledge of child protection procedures and best practices.

• We have qualified First Aid trained personnel present at all sessions, rehearsals, and performances.

• We hold relevant North Yorkshire County Council (NYCC) Chaperone Licences, ensuring children in performance are properly supervised in line with legal requirements.

• We work in line with guidance from North Yorkshire County Council, obtaining a Body of Persons (BOPA) required for performance purposes, supporting best practice in safeguarding and the protection of children in performance.

Safe Working Practices

• Clear safeguarding policies and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed.

• Appropriate staff-to-student ratios are maintained at all times.

• Risk assessments are conducted for all activities, rehearsals, and events.

• We promote a culture where young people feel safe, heard, and respected.

Designated Safeguarding Lead

We have a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) who is responsible for overseeing all safeguarding matters, ensuring concerns are handled appropriately, and liaising with relevant authorities where necessary.

Information for Parents & Carers

We understand the importance of trust when placing your child in our care. We are committed to maintaining open communication with parents and carers and are always happy to discuss our safeguarding procedures in more detail.  If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Safeguarding Policy

Our full Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy is available to view.

Our Values

We believe that every young person has the right to:

• Feel safe and protected

• Be treated with respect and dignity

• Express themselves freely in a supportive environment