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Safeguarding Champion

Read Easy Newcastle & North Tyneside

As the Safeguarding Champion you will ensure that your group implements, understands and works within the Read Easy UK Safeguarding Policy and organising DBS checks when necessary.

What skills do I need?

Ideally experience and understanding of adult safeguarding.
● Ability to work with discretion and confidentiality when required.
● A strong commitment to improving the lives of the people Read Easy works with.
● Good communication and people skills, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
● Reasonable confidence in using IT.
● The ability to use initiative and work independently.
● A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.
● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.
● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
● Energy and enthusiasm with an average of two hours a week to commit to the role.

About Read Easy Newcastle & North Tyneside

Helping adults to learn to read.

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

entirel flexible to suit the volunteer

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  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Employment, Education and Training
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Supporting people
  • Teaching and Training
  • Details
  • Accessibility
    if needed
  • Age restrictions
    18 plus
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    available if needed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    initial induction and on-going support
  • Training provided
    Annual external training
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • Application Form
  • Informal Discussion
  • References

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