Who needs a chaperone?

All children who take part in any performance need a chaperone.  This includes stage, film, TV and modelling.  If a child's parent or teacher is unable to look after them, then a chaperone is required.

Read our terms and conditions for obtaining a chaperone licence.

The role of a chaperone

Is to ensure the best interests of the child they are looking after.  This includes the child’s health, well-being and education throughout the time of the performance or activity.

Professional chaperone licence

• Is required if someone is being paid to look after children, and are usually employed through a chaperone agency. This is mainly used by production companies or larger shows
• To apply for a professional chaperone licence you will need to provide a copy of your NSPCC training certificate
• A professional chaperone licence is granted for three years

Volunteer chaperone licence

• Is required if someone is helping as part of a stage or theatre show.  This is usually parents of children in the show, or anyone assisting in an unpaid role by the production company
• A volunteer chaperone licence is granted for three years

Who can apply?

• Anyone who lives in Warrington and is over 18.

Licence fees

• £71.50 for a professional licence
• £22 for a volunteer licence
• You will need a credit or debit card in order to pay the licence fee
• Licence fee cost is for administration and enhanced DBS checks. You will not be entitled to a refund if your application is unsuccessful.

Checklist before you apply

• Payment for your licence
• Two references, one personal and one professional. References are not accepted from family members
• Proof of identity, such as:
  • a passport
  • a valid driving licence
  • marriage or birth certificate
• Proof of address, such as a bank statement, utility bill, council tax statement, benefit award notice and must be dated within the last six months
• A passport style photograph of yourself this must be taken within the last month
• A photograph of yourself clearly holding your photo ID
• Proof of your NSPCC training certificate is only required for professional licence applications

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