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Sample policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people in sport

The following are sample policies, procedures and guidelines that complement safeguarding programmes for children and young people taking part in sports programmes such as Sportivate.   

• Anti-bullying policy
• Changing room policy 
• Communication policy
• Complaints procedure
• Collection by parents/carers - late collection procedure
• Missing children policy
• Photography policy
• Safe recruitment procedure and sample forms
• Procedures for responding to concerns/allegations of abuse or poor practice
• Safe internet use policy
• Safer sport events
• Whistleblowing procedure
  

Our Examples of good practice cover various aspects of working practices within sports organisations, including codes of conduct, job descriptions, and effictive partnership working.

See also our Help and Advice section for information and guidance on a range of topics relevant to safeguarding children during sports activities. 

If you have any queries or can offer good practice examples of policies and procedures, please contact the Child Protection in Sport Unit

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