Child Welfare

The following information is for our coaches, parents and players giving helpful hints and advice so we can all stay safe and enjoy football.

Safe Internet Use

Are you using the internet safely?

Once you have placed something on the internet it is in the public domain – that means anyone can access it, change it and share it with others.

Bear this in mind when you are using the internet. As a Club we will :-

  • get parental permission to use any photos of players
  • not name players who feature in photographs

Players and Managers, Coaches:-

  • If a player is concerned about the way someone has communicated with them online, report this to our Club Welfare Officer (Steve Dean - e-mail here)
  • If you use the internet to communicate with players be aware of what you say and how you say it
  • Best practice would be to avoid engaging in one to one conversations with players via chat rooms (Facebook, Bebo etc)
  • If you are concerned about the way a player is attempting to contact you via the internet e.g. using a social networking site or a chat area, speak to our Club Welfare Officer immediately
  • Remember you are in a position of trust as a coach, team manager or referee.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006) (SVGA), was drafted following the death of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman and aims to prevent unsuitable people from working with children and vulnerable adults. This Act will have an impact on football for Under 18s and The FA has worked hard to ensure the voice of football has been heard and understood by Government.

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Photography Guidelines

The Club follows the guidelines for taking photographs as set out by the FA. You can read about this here:

Adobe Reader File Celebrating Football Through Photographs and Video

 

Stay safe, have fun - enjoy football

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Safeguarding children and young people in football. Policies and guidelines

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