Safeguarding at Middle World Farms
Our policies, procedures and commitment to keeping everyone in our community safe.
Zero tolerance
for abuse, neglect, bullying or discrimination of any kind
Reviewed annually
all policies updated to reflect current legal requirements and best practice
Dedicated DSL
our Designated Safeguarding Lead is available directly by phone and email
Why safeguarding matters at Middle World Farms
Middle World Farms is a working farm and community growing space. We welcome children, young people, families, volunteers, and vulnerable adults. That means safeguarding isn’t a box to tick — it’s a daily commitment.
We have learned — sometimes the hard way — that good safeguarding practice protects not just the people in our community, but the farm itself. Funders, grant bodies, and partner organisations rightly want to see robust, documented safeguarding in place before working with us.
This section of our website holds our full safeguarding framework: our mission and values, the specific procedures we follow, who is responsible for what, and how to raise a concern. Everything is reviewed annually and maintained by our Designated Safeguarding Lead, Martin Robert Taylor.
Report a Concern
If you have an immediate safeguarding concern, contact our DSL directly:
Martin Robert Taylor
Designated Safeguarding Lead
safeguarding@middleworldfarms.org
01522 449610
If someone is in immediate danger, call 999 first.
Our Safeguarding Framework
Our full policy documentation, available to all who visit, work with, or fund Middle World Farms.
Our Mission
Our core values and commitment to creating a safe, inclusive environment for everyone who connects with the farm.
Policy Statement
Our formal statement of safeguarding principles: who it applies to, what we stand for, and how we uphold these commitments.
Procedures
Step-by-step guidance on reporting concerns, how we respond, and how we maintain confidentiality throughout.
Roles & Responsibilities
Who is accountable for what — from the DSL and management team through to volunteers, visitors, and parents.
Code of Conduct
The standards of behaviour expected of everyone at Middle World Farms — staff, volunteers, visitors and programme participants alike.
Training & Awareness
How we train our team, keep knowledge current, and make sure every visitor understands our safeguarding approach.
Contact & Resources
Direct contact for our DSL, digital reporting forms, and links to external safeguarding agencies and support resources.
Digital Reporting Forms
Safeguarding Report • Accident Report • Risk Assessment • Parental Consent