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Mental health and wellbeing - Taking care of yourself

With the average UK employee spending over 80,000 hours working in their lifetime, looking after our wellbeing at work is really important.

Photography - Photography by parents and spectators

Photography by parents and spectators at events Most spectators – especially competitors’ family and friends – will want to take photos or videos at sports events.

Child abuse in a sports setting - Non-recent abuse

What is non-recent abuse? Non-recent abuse is abuse that occurred a period of time ago.

Contact us - Helplines

If you think a child is in immediate danger Don't delay – call the police on 999 straight away.

Sport and leisure facilities - Third-party use of facilities

Third-party use of facilities There are a few key points to consider when determining supervision levels and responsibilities for third-party users of facilities.

Deal with a concern - Contact your national governing body

National governing bodies (NGBs) Introduction Sport England, Sport Northern Ireland and Sport Wales have each developed guidance regarding which sports they recognise and how to apply to become a recognised sport.

Child abuse in a sports setting - Bullying

Definition of bullying behaviour Bullying behaviour is when individuals or groups seek to harm, intimidate or coerce someone they may be jealous of or who is perceived to be vulnerable.

Safer recruitment - Safely recruiting staff and volunteers

To select the right people for your sports club, activity or organisation, it’s essential to produce an application pack and any supporting information about your organisation.

How can the NSPCC helpline help you?

The NSPCC helpline is a free service available to adults to seek advice or report safeguarding concerns. The service is open to all adults, including parents and professionals.

Involving parents and carers in sport - Why parents are great for sport

The role of parents in youth sport The role that parents and carers play in their child’s sporting life is vital in helping them to thrive and to achieve their full sporting potential, whilst feeling safe and supported.

Writing safeguarding plans guidance

A guide to writing a safeguarding plan for your sports and activity organisation.

Referral to statutory agencies

Working with police, children’s social care, designated officers (LADOs) and multi-agency safeguarding hubs. Case management tool part 4 of 8.

Investigation and risk assessment

The process of gathering and clarifying information about reported safeguarding concerns or incidents. Case management tool part 5 of 8.

Involving parents and carers in sport - Resources

For help in encouraging the positive involvement of parents and other spectators, youth sports clubs and organisations may wish to take a look at the following resources.

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