Coaching & Child Protection Issues

Coaching & Child Protection Issues

It is important children and parents are aware that coaches are up to date with Child Protection issues and thus it is important they know that a child safe environment is being provided. It is also imperative coaches themselves are aware of issues as to ensure they do not leave themselves open to difficult situations and they know the do's and don't of how to work with children.

The key is ensuring safety for all parties involved in coaching. As a coach, it is your responsibility to ensure you are up to date with the current issues, this means attending a Child Protection Training course.

What Child Protection Training Courses are Available?

Sports Coach UK workshops entitled Good Practice & Child Protection can be accessed through the CoachSteps programme, and the Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland Sports Partnership's "Active Sports Club and Coach Development Programme" , by anyone who wishes to learn more about dealing with Child Protection situations.

Coaching and Child Protection issues

It is law that anyone working with children must undertake a CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) Police Clearance. Therefore as a coach, by completing a clearance, you are contributing towards improving standards in the workplace and in society as a whole.

How can I obtain a CRB form?

If you are working for Charnwood Borough Council or the Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland Sports Partnership, you will be given one to complete by the Sports Development Officer whom you are working for.

Please note: Without a clearance you are not able to work as a coach for either Charnwood Borough Council or the Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland Sports Partnership. If you do not work for a Local Authority but feel you need to complete a form as a coach in your club, please contact your local Sports Development Service or contact the Criminal Records Bureau on, Disclosure Service, CRB PO Box 110, Liverpool, L3 6ZZ. Telephone: 0870 90 90 844 www.disclosures.co.uk/

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