Alpha Shows Pty Ltd is a Child Safe organisation.
We have specific policies in place to protect children from harm, which is a core part of our philosophy and practices. We share responsibility for the safety of children at all levels, at the leadership level and by junior staff. In the past, our cast members on site at schools or other venues with children present were not permitted to be alone with students or children at any time, and supervision must occur by an on-site member of staff (for example, a teacher or parent). And we had a strict vetting and interview process.
On August 1st, 2017 a legislative change came into effect which removed the ‘supervisor clause’ in the Working With Children Act (2005). This means that no longer is it enough, according to the legislation, for our actors to be ‘supervised’ by teachers and/or our Company Manager. As such, we have updated our policy to require all Alpha Shows Cast Members to obtain their WWCC prior to starting their tour into schools or at other venues with children.
Our existence as a company, and ongoing culture as a whole, is driven by a passion for the empowerment and protection of children. Any issues that arise in our relationship with customers or the children in their care is encouraged to be discussed openly, and any concerns will be dealt with promptly and professionally.
Any situation where a child is feeling unsafe or at risk they are encouraged by our staff in all communications to seek help and to report the incident/s to someone they trust. Indeed, the messages of our shows encourage children to be truthful and have courage to speak out for things they know to be wrong.
If you have a question about our Child Safe Policies, please email [email protected] or call 03 9999 6060. Alternatively, you can also contact [email protected]
See your Touring Pack Documentation on Show Day Logistics regarding WWCC and other policies
