Safeguarding policy statement
A template and sample safeguarding policy statement for sports and physical activity organisations to use and adapt. Outlines what the organisation will do to keep children safe.
5 questions to ask sport competition organisers
We've designed these posters to help parents choose the best sports competitions for their child.
NSPCC Helpline and Childline data (sport)
Read the latest statistics and snapshots based on child welfare contacts to the NSPCC Helpline and Childline from 2024/25 where the location of concern was a sports setting or where the person contacting was a sports professional (coach, club staff, volunteer).
Safeguarding in martial arts
Learn more about A Safeguarding Code for Martial Arts, good safeguarding practice and additional risks and considerations for martial arts organisations.
Missing children and young people at sports events: procedure and flowchart
Steps to take if a child goes missing at your sports event - sample procedure from the NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit.
Minimum safeguarding training standards
Minimum safeguarding training standards ensure compliance, competency and consistency in your organisation.
Standards for Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (Scotland)
The Scottish Standards for Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport supports organisations to create a culture of safeguarding and protecting children.
Club welfare officer – role description
Use this sample role description as a template to assist you when recruiting for a club welfare officer role.
Lead safeguarding officer – role description
This template provides a sample role description for a lead safeguarding officer role in the context of protecting children in sport.
Regional or county safeguarding officer – role description
A sample role description for a regional or county safeguarding officer role, which you can use as a template when recruiting.