Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our aim is to: "Create and maintain an environment where our swimmers can enjoy and develop their skills in safety"
To achieve this we will:
- Comply with the Code of Ethics as laid down by Swim England
- Use working practices and procedures that place the safety of our swimmers first
- Ensure the integrity of all volunteers
- Treat each other with respect
City of Ely ASC has always sought to ensure the safety of its swimmers, and will continue to do so. The Child Protection Policy seeks to further cement good working practices into a clear and cohesive policy.
We have already implemented this policy and will continue to carry it out in full. Amongst other actions, we will:
- Complete DBS checks on all volunteers who work with or around the children.
- Ensure that no adult is alone with a child unless there is no alternative, and in all such instances, the details will be recorded.
- Ensure that there is a clear line of reporting and recording for all concerns regarding child abuse in any of its manifestations and that identifiable responsibility to deal with such concerns is maintained.
- The Management Committee will continue to demonstrate the unacceptability of bullying by dealing with any instances quickly and effectively.
- Deal firmly but fairly with all instances of unacceptable behaviour.
- Generate a club where mutual respect and integrity are of the utmost importance.
Responsibility for the effective management of the City of Ely ASC Child Protection Policy will remain with the club's Child Welfare Officer.
Wavepower - The Swim England child safeguarding policy
Guide to the Swim England child safeguarding policy & procedures.
The aim of Wavepower is to safeguard all children in line with current legislation, regulations and guidance and is for use within any Swim England affiliated organisation where children are present.
If you have concerns about a child's welfare or safety, please contact our dedicated Welfare Officer, Helen Upright on femalewelfare2@gmail.com
Please also see:
Cambridgeshire county and East Regions Welfare contacts below;
County Contact
Cambridgeshire – position is currently vacant
Regional Contact
East Region – Fran Vesztrocy – eastwelfare@swimming.org / 01509 640378
Resources for children can be found here:
https://www.eastswimming.org/safeguarding/
https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/talk-to-someone-who-can-help/
https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/safeguarding-resources-for-children/
Other Useful Numbers & Contacts
Swimline: 0808 100 4001
Child Protection In Sport Unit: 0116 234 7278: https://thecpsu.org.uk/
NSPCC Child Protection Line: 0808 800 5000: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/