• Are you interested in developing a portfolio of skills and experience in community arts? 
• Are you  aged 18+?
• Would you like to receive expenses for taking part in training and delivery?

 To apply, simply email the application form to julie@drumandbrass We will let you know if you have been included by Friday June 20th 2025.

This programme has been devised in collaboration with community and sector  partners to provide meaningful and engaging experiences and training for creative practitioners, particularly relating to the playing and learning of brass instruments. You might be more interested in the events planning side, or in developing materials and resources, or instrument repair / service. All of these aspects and more are relevant and would fit well into this programme.

All the events are led by trained and experienced leaders and you will be acting as support with some leadership opportunities. You will be expected to take part in all of the allocated training and in at least one of the delivery events (in red) so please check the dates in your diary before committing to the programme.

If you would like to be involved, we can promise lots of support and an enjoyable programme in which you will take away invaluable skills and experience.

We welcome participants of all backgrounds, and strive to create a positive, respectful space where everyone feels valued.

A simple code of conduct will be shared at the welcome meeting to ensure everyone feels respected and safe throughout the programme.

All trainees will receive training in safeguarding principles through BANDSAFE and will be supported throughout their engagement.

Overnight events will be supervised by trained staff with appropriate ratios and with prior consent from parents/carers.

We aim to ensure our sessions are accessible to all. Please let us know of any access needs when signing up.

All activities are delivered in line with Drum and Brass’s safeguarding policies. All leaders are DBS-checked and trained in safeguarding and inclusive practice. Risk assessments will be carried out for all events involving young people.

SAFEGUARDING AND INCLUSION

Local Heroes is supporting local economies by strengthening community arts delivery. Inclusive and safe practice is the key to building robust practices and this project will enable practitioners to grow and develop their own projects with confidence and understanding.

Date: 28.05.2025

Purpose:
This addendum supports participants, parents/carers, partners, and funders in understanding how Drum and Brass ensures that the Local Heroes Programme is delivered safely, inclusively, and responsibly.

1. Safeguarding Commitment
   Drum and Brass is committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. All project activities are delivered in line with our safeguarding and child protection policies, which are reviewed annually.

Our policies can be accessed at:
https://drumandbrass.co.uk/policies-and-forms

All leaders and volunteers:

• Are DBS-checked.
• Have received safeguarding training.
• Understand the procedures for reporting and managing safeguarding concerns.

2. Supervision and Consent
   Events involving young people (ages 12–18) will be supervised by appropriately trained adults. This includes:

• Overnight events (e.g. “Chocolate Heaven” sleepover), where supervision ratios and rest breaks for adults are planned.
• Activities where consent is required from parents/carers for participation, photography, and travel.

3. Accessibility and Inclusive Practice
   We aim to ensure that all activities are inclusive and accessible.

• Venues will be checked for physical accessibility.
• Reasonable adjustments can be made upon request.
• Training modules for adult and young trainees include inclusive practice and mental health awareness.

If you have access needs, please contact us in advance so we can support your full participation.

4. Code of Conduct
   To maintain a positive environment:

• A simple Code of Conduct will be shared with all trainees.
• Respect, punctuality, and care for others are the core expectations.
• Any inappropriate behaviour will be addressed in line with our behaviour and safeguarding policies.

5. Reporting Concerns
   Participants or their families can report any concerns directly to the project safeguarding lead. Contact details will be shared during the welcome meetings and are also available on request via our website.

We encourage a speak-up culture and take all concerns seriously.

Contact and Further Information
For further information or to raise a concern, please email:
drumandbrassuk@gmail.co.uk
Or visit:
Thank you for helping us make Local Heroes a safe, accessible, and inspiring experience for everyone involved.