Tamsin Watson

Experience

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  English Heritage

  Jul 2003 - Jul 2004

  Archive Assistant

  Responsible for digitising English Heritage's collections of architectural drawings and photographs, researching relevant information and writing captions for the website.

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  Barnet Council

  Jul 2004 - May 2005

  Archive Assistant

  Administration and collections management. Assisted visitors to the Local History Centre and responded to enquiries. Managed Art and History sections of local library. Facilitated training for visitors in how to access and use genealogical information services online.

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  Dulwich Picture Gallery

  May 2005 - May 2008

  Responsible for administration and overall project-management for a variety of programmes working with pre-schoolers, gang-affected teenagers and older people experiencing isolation. Managed freelancers and volunteers as well as project budgets, delivered creative workshops and gallery/exhibition tours, implemented and evaluated training (e.g. EDI training), designed and published family-orientated Gallery trails, marketed events and courses, and liaised with project partners. Responsible for EDI, including introducing and developing DPG's first Access Guide, ensuring publications were available in a variety of formats and arranging BSL tours. Show less

  • Outreach Coordinator

    May 2006 - May 2008

  • Schools & Young People Coordinator

    May 2005 - May 2006
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  South London Gallery

  May 2008 - Sept 2010

  Schools Officer

  Managed the schools’ programme on a job-share basis, including a variety of artist-led workshops both on- and off-site as well as special projects such as a teacher secondment scheme. Taught classes from Foundation Stage to Further Education, organised Teachers’ Preview events for each exhibition, produced teachers’ information packs and other publicity materials, developed and implemented evaluation procedures, wrote funding applications and reports, and managed the department interns.

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  HOME-START CROYDON

  Sept 2010 - Jun 2011

  Assistant to the Scheme Operations Manager

  Ensured that the organisation met the quality standards required by the national charity, as well as all legal obligations. Designed and delivered regular 10-week training courses to prospective volunteers and assisted with weekly family group sessions. Managed records and case studies pertaining to volunteers and families and supported the work of other members of staff.

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  Crosfield Nursery and Children's Centre

  Oct 2010 - Oct 2012

  Parent Governor

  Strategic governance of organisation. Member of sub-committees responsible for HR and facilities management.

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  Mencap

  Jun 2011 - Apr 2013

  Regional Partnership Officer

  Managed relationships between the national charity and affiliated local Mencap groups and other associated organisations such as schools, colleges and charities across London. Ensured that local groups sustained high standards and shared best practice throughout their networks. Quality-asssured management of safeguarding concerns, designed and managed specially-funded projects, and contributed to campaigning work. Worked directly with CEOs and trustees as well as the SMT at Mencap, regularly arranging and chairing accessible meetings for those with and without learning disabilities. Show less

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  THE MINSTER SCHOOLS'​ CHILDREN'S CLUB

  Apr 2013 - Nov 2019

  Designated Safeguarding Lead, Data Controller, Inclusion Lead and SEND Coordinator at not for profit wraparound childcare provision. Responsible for finance (managing an annual turnover of nearly £250k), human resources (safer recruitment practices, employee relations), administration, health and safety, facilities management (including managing a major refurbishment project), safeguarding, procurement, communication (including designing, building and maintaining a new website), marketing and policy development. Achievements: introduced Early Years programme, expanded service to provide 40% more places overall, employing 50% more permanent staff, creating 3 new staff teams (bringing the total to 6) and expanding into new premises. Annual turnover increased by 55% between 2015 and 2019. Show less

  • Club Manager

    Feb 2016 - Nov 2019

  • Administration Manager

    Apr 2013 - Feb 2016
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  South London Inclusive Dance Experience (SLiDE)

  Sept 2013 - Nov 2014

  Trustee

  Founding trustee of inclusive dance charity, dedicated to working with disabled and non-disabled children and adults. Supported with governance, policy, strategy and fundraising.

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  Home-Start Croydon

  Mar 2014 - Oct 2018

  Trustee

  Oversight of charity strategy and finances, with particular responsibility for safeguarding.

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  Tamsin Lucy Art

  Oct 2017 - now

  Artist

  Inspired by colour, surface pattern, natural forms, the human body and the UK coastline, my practice includes work in acrylic, watercolour, gouache, pen and ink, collage and textiles, occasionally incorporating photography and text. I have exhibited in galleries around London and Surrey, in both solo and group shows. I have also sold my work in independent shops and take part in my local annual open studios event.Portfolio: www.instagram.com/tamsinlucyart

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  Carshalton Artists Open Studios

  Nov 2018 - Jul 2023

  Family Trail Coordinator

  Devising and coordinating family trails in order to broaden the appeal and accessibility of the Carshalton Artists Open Studios events.

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  YoungMinds

  Nov 2019 - now

  At YoungMinds, I have responsibility for ensuring that we implement anti-racist, trauma-informed and young people-centred safeguarding practices. Over the last five years, I have reinvigorated our safeguarding culture, embedding high standards across the charity, whilst responding to the differing levels of risk held in individual teams. I overhauled the safeguarding policy, introduced a set of Safeguarding Standards and developed a new Code of Conduct, all of which are representative of our organisational values and AJEDI principles. As an experienced trainer, I take pride in designing and delivering engaging, meaningful and challenging training, which encourages my colleagues to reflect on and improve their practice.Winner: SACPA Inclusive Safeguarding Award 2023 Show less

  • Senior Safeguarding Manager

    Oct 2022 - now

  • Safeguarding Manager

    Nov 2019 - Oct 2022
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  Tamsin Watson - Facilitator

  Feb 2020 - now

  Safeguarding Leads Community of Practice Facilitator

  I created the CoP in early 2020 when I was conscious that I needed to take action against feeling isolated in my paid role as the only dedicated member of safeguarding staff. Over the past 5 years, I have facilitated monthly online meetings for safeguarding leads working across (and beyond!) the charity sector. The meetings are designed to provide a safe, supportive space for peer support, learning, constructive challenge, coaching, sharing of resources, sense-checking, advice and guidance. Members bring a diversity of background experience and knowledge which creates a rich pool of skill and compassion for the benefit of all. Show less

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  Tamsin Watson - Trainer

  Apr 2020 - Nov 2023

  Safeguarding Trainer

  Designing and delivering bespoke, engaging safeguarding induction and refresher training for the staff and trustees of Teenage Cancer Trust and Fumble.

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  Blink Mental Health

  May 2020 - now

  Safeguarding Lead Trustee

  Trustee with lead responsibility for safeguarding: developing safeguarding and EDI policy and practice, volunteer recruitment, designing and delivering training, ensuring adherence to legislation and best practice guidance. Strategic oversight of charity including finance and development. Representing the charity at national events.

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  Oaks Park High School

  Mar 2021 - May 2022

  Governor

  Lead Governor for Safeguarding, Link Governor for Children Looked After, Mental Health & Wellbeing, PSH, Citizenship and MAGT.

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  National Safeguarding Youth Forum

  Dec 2022 - Jul 2023

  Committee Member

  Organising quarterly forum events for safeguarding professionals working with young people in sectors including charities, youth work and sports provision. Providing peers with relevant and inspiring information, support and networking opportunities.

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  Fumble

  Nov 2023 - now

  Expert Advisor: Safeguarding

  As a member of Fumble's Expert Advisory Panel, I provide advice and guidance to the charity around safeguarding, participation and related subjects.

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  The Diana Award

  May 2024 - now

  Safeguarding Committee Member

  Independent member of the Safeguarding Committee, alongside other safeguarding experts and TDA staff, providing support with key decision making for organisational safeguarding practices and case work.

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  Brook

  Oct 2024 - now

  External Expert Advisor: Operations & Quality Committee

  Responsible for reviewing the operations of the organisation, including clinical service provision, safeguarding, education, mental health and wellbeing, service user experience and impact measurement.