SAFEGUARDING & WELFARE POLICY

 

At The Football Clinic, the welfare, wellbeing and safety of children and young people is our highest priority.

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We are committed to providing a safe, positive, inclusive and enjoyable environment where every child can develop confidence, skills and enjoyment in sport.

 

Our Commitment

We aim to:

• Provide a safe and supportive environment for all participants

• Promote positive behaviour, respect and inclusion

• Deliver age-appropriate coaching and activities

• Support the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of young people

• Ensure safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and responded to appropriately

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Safer Coaching

Where applicable:

• Coaches hold relevant qualifications and experience appropriate to their role

• Coaches working with children hold enhanced DBS checks

• Sessions are delivered using appropriate supervision and safe coaching practices

• Risk assessments and safeguarding procedures are used where necessary

 

Medical & Welfare Information

Parents/carers are responsible for informing us of any medical conditions, injuries, allergies or additional needs relevant to participation.

 

Emergency contact information must be provided and kept up to date.

 

Photography & Social Media

Photos or videos may occasionally be used to celebrate achievements or promote programmes. Parents/carers may request that their child is excluded from promotional photography at any time.

 

Safeguarding Concerns

Any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of a participant should be raised with us as soon as possible via Email: footballclinicuk@gmail.com

 

We are committed to listening, responding appropriately and acting in the best interests of children and young people at all times.