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Child abuse in a sports setting

A closer look at the different types of child abuse and some signs to look out for in the sporting environment.

Putting safeguards in place - Key safeguarding roles and responsibilities

Key safeguarding roles and responsibilities There are various safeguarding roles in sport and physical activity depending on the organisation and context.

Deal with a concern - Case management

Case management outlined What is case management? Case management is a process used by organisations to address safeguarding concerns that may arise.

Press release: almost 50% rise in Helpline contacts

Sports clubs across the UK urged to support NSPCC’s Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport campaign after almost 50% rise in Helpline contacts.

Safeguarding talented and elite athletes

The talent pathway offers fantastic experiences but there are specific factors that can make athletes more vulnerable to abuse.

Championing Welfare at the School Games National Finals

In this blog we hear from Tom Folkes, CPSU Development Officer about the safeguarding measures and support provided by the CPSU for the Games.

Online safety – training scenarios

You can use these scenarios with staff and volunteers in your sport to identify any gaps in knowledge when dealing with online safety concerns.

Putting safeguards in place - Safeguarding procedures

What are safeguarding procedures? Safeguarding procedures outline how you will protect children and young people and what practical safeguarding measures will be put in place to do so.

Photography and filming in sports and activities - Photography and filming in changing rooms

Photography and filming in changing rooms Mobile phones in changing rooms Mobile phones can pose a safeguarding risk if they are used to take photos or video footage in changing rooms or shower areas.

Running holiday activity clubs

Holiday activity programmes are a great way for children and young people to try new sports, learn new things and meet new friends. Here are our five ways to run a safe and enjoyable holiday club.

Safeguarding is a team effort

Last month, the CPSU NSPCC team of four staff arrived at Loughborough University to welcome 1,500 young people and support staff to the School Games National Finals (SGNF) 2024.

Beyond sport: a statistical look at concerns

Sport is a safe space for many children and young people, with the latest research from the CPSU and Loughborough University showing that 55% of child safeguarding concerns raised were from outside of sport.

Contextual safeguarding

What is contextual safeguarding. Find out why it is important in order for you to help protect your young participants.

Online safety and social media - Creating a safer online environment

Creating a safe environment can help keep children safer online whilst keeping in touch and staying up to date with your organisation.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

August 2025: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

September 2025: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

October 2025: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

November 2025: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

December 2025: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.

Virtual training: designated safeguarding lead for sport and leisure

January 2026: Places on this course are now available for designated safeguarding leads from any sport or leisure organisation to book.