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The Board’s Safeguarding Governance Checklist

Safeguarding is one of the most sensitive and consequential responsibilities a board carries.

To support Chairs, Trustees and board members, we have developed a concise, board-level safeguarding governance checklist designed to help organisations reflect on whether their oversight arrangements are clear, proportionate and effective.

What it is

This checklist helps boards:


  • Clarify accountability for safeguarding governance
  • Assess policy ownership and review discipline
  • Reflect on culture, tone and behavioural expectations
  • Understand reporting and escalation arrangements
  • Consider assurance and continuous oversight

What it is not

This checklist is not:


  • An operational safeguarding manual
  • A policy template
  • A substitute for management responsibility


It is a governance-level reflection tool to support informed board discussion and assurance.

Download the checklist and receive a practical governance tool

designed for board-level assurance. 

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A governance tool for responsible leadership.

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