Safeguarding Policy Statement

Brook House Youth FC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults at risk and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and The FA’s requirements.

The policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children and adults at risk are paramount in all circumstances. It aims to ensure that regardless of age, ability or disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, socio-economic background, all children and adults at risk.

• have a positive and enjoyable experience of sport at Brook House Youth FC in a safe and child centred environment
• are protected from abuse whilst participating at Brook House Youth FC or outside of the activity.
Brook House Youth FC acknowledges that some children and adults at risk, including disabled children and young people or those from ethnic minority communities, can be particularly vulnerable to abuse and we accept the responsibility to take reasonable and appropriate steps to ensure their welfare.

As part of our safeguarding policy Brook House Youth FC will
• promote and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk
• ensure everyone understands their roles and responsibilities in respect of safeguarding and is provided with appropriate learning opportunities to recognise, identify and respond to signs of abuse, neglect and other safeguarding concerns relating to children, young people and adults at risk
• ensure appropriate action is taken in the event of incidents/concerns of abuse and support provided to the individual/s who raise or disclose the concern
• ensure that confidential, detailed and accurate records of all safeguarding concerns are maintained and securely stored
• prevent the employment/deployment of unsuitable individuals
• ensure robust safeguarding arrangements and procedures are in operation.
The policy and procedures will be widely promoted and are mandatory for everyone involved in Brook House Youth FC. Failure to comply with the policy and procedures will be addressed without delay and may ultimately result in dismissal/exclusion from the organisation.

Monitoring

The policy will be reviewed a year after development and then every three years, or in the following circumstances:
• changes in legislation and/or government guidance
• as required by the Local Safeguarding Children Board, UK Sport and/or Home Country Sports Councils and The FA.
• as a result of any other significant change or event.

(Last reviewed Feb 2020)

Further Advice
Further advice on Safeguarding Children matters can be obtained from:-

  • The FA/NSPCC Child Protection 24 hour Helpline 0808 800 5000
  • www.TheFA.com/goal
  • The FA Child Protection team