Child Protection Policy Statement

CALEDONIA SPORTS COACHING acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Child Wellbeing and Protection in Scottish Football requirements.

The policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children 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

• have a      positive and enjoyable experience of sport at CALEDONIA SPORTS COACHING in      a safe and child centred environment
• are protected      from abuse whilst participating in multi sports or outside of the      activity. 

CALEDONIA SPORTS COACHING acknowledges that some children, 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 CALEDONIA SPORTS COACHING will

• promote and      prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
• 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 and young people
• 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 CALEDONIA SPORTS COACHING. 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.
• as a result of any other significant change or      event.