In this podcast we speak to Helen and Linda from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) about the different levels of check available, who's eligible and how checks are carried out.
Following the publication of the Sheldon report into non-recent child sexual abuse in football, the sports sector will be looking at what learning we can take from the report and its recommendations.
Creating a safe environment can help keep children safer online whilst keeping in touch and staying up to date with the goings on in 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.
In this podcast, we hear from two dedicated sports parents who discuss the very different roles they play in their preschool and disabled children's sports.
Recruiting, training and supporting staff and volunteers
It is important to recruit and train the right people to work with children and young people within your club, activity or organisation.
The first step to supporting disabled children and young people in your club or activity, is to create and promote an inclusive environment and culture for all children, parents, carers, staff and volunteers.
The digital world is rapidly evolving – here, we highlight sport-specific resources for safeguarding children online, and point you towards the parts of the NSPCC website where you can keep up with what you need to know about online safety.
Prior to recruiting to your chosen role, it’s important to plan and prepare for the hiring process, so that your organisation's values and ethos is clear.
As part of the NSPCC How Safe 2022 conference, CPSU consultant Jude Toasland led a session looking at how parental involvement in sport has changed over the years.