Search results

It's important to have a clear set of guidelines to make sure your organisation deals with safeguarding concerns effectively. This page includes all the areas that should be included in a safeguarding policy to create a safe environment for children and young people taking part in sport.

This tool looks at each element of an effective case management process.

All parties should have the opportunity to appeal against the outcome of both safeguarding and disciplinary processes. Case management tool part 8 of 8.

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

Addressing and reporting bullying To address bullying behaviour successfully, a whole club approach is needed, which includes coaches, volunteers, officials, young people, parents and carers.

Photography in changing rooms and showers A growing number of incidents involving inappropriate or illegal photography of children in changing and shower areas of many sports and leisure facilities are being reported.

All young people have the right to enjoy sport, free from all forms of abuse and exploitation, and to be involved in decisions affecting them.

Keep sport safe and fun.

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

NSPCC's Child Protection in Sport Unit offers advice and resources to help you improve safeguarding for sport and leisure facilities.

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

There are several things that sports organisations can do to contribute towards the ongoing wellbeing of their participants, as well as supporting those experiencing mental health problems.

All sports organisations should have processes in place to ensure that they provide a safe and welcoming environment for children and young people.

How do you safely advertise, recruit, interview and onboard your new staff and volunteers? Learn more about safer recruitment processes and procedures from start to finish.

It's important to maintain a culture of vigilance and support once an individual is in post.

The following resources and guidance should prove useful in ensuring that sport and leisure facilities are properly safeguarded for use by children and young people.

Speaking out in sport Your child might come to you with a concern or worry.

Meet the CPSU team Laura Whapham Commercial Business Manager Laura joined the CPSU team in 2011.

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.

Here are links to a variety of resources to combat bullying, whether it occurs within sport or off the playing field.