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Thame Bowls Club Safeguarding Statement Thame Bowls Club acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults at risk and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and Bowls England requirements. Thame Bowls Club recognises that the welfare and interests of children and adults at risk 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 and adults at risk have a positive and enjoyable experience of sport at Thame Bowls Club in a safe and appropriate environment. Thame Bowls Club 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 Thame Bowls Club will:
Promote and prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and adults at risk.
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, young people and adults at risk.
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 Thame Bowls Club. Failure to comply with the policy and procedures will be addressed without delay and may ultimately result in dismissal/exclusion from the organisation.
Monitoring:
Our policies 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 Bowls England requirements.
As a result of any other significant change or event.
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Responsibility for the implementation of the Safeguarding Policy (Adults), Safeguarding Policy (Children) Code of Conduct and Reporting Procedure SAFEGUARDING IS EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY: NOT RESPONDING TO A SAFEGUARDING CONCERN IS NOT AN OPTION. Thame Bowls Club’ Management Committee has overall accountability for this Policy and its implementation Our club Safeguarding Officer Piri Jackson, and the Club’s Committee is responsible for updating this Policy in line with legislative developments and |
All individuals involved in/present at the club are required to adhere to the Policy and Code of Conduct
Where there is a safeguarding concern/disclosure:
The individual who is told about, hears, or is made aware of the concern/disclosure is responsible for following the Reporting a Safeguarding Concern.
Unless someone is in immediate danger, they should inform the The Bowls Club Safeguarding Officer.
For concerns not related to bowls, the Bowls Safeguarding Officer or Bowls Committee Member should be the first port of call
The relevant Safeguarding Officer would then follow the procedures in their club’s safeguarding policy.
Dependent on the concern/disclosure, a referral may be made to:
The police in an emergency (999); or 101
Local Authority Children’s Services contact at 01865 810603 or individual officer contact details via: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/cms/content/local-authority-designated-officers
Local Authority Adult Services: Oxford County Council adult services on 0345 050 7666 or for more information www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/cms/content/contact-social-and-health-care
Disclosure and Barring Service for concerns/disclosures about a member of staff, consultant, coach, official or volunteer 03000 200 190
Contact Details
Safeguarding Officer:
Thame Bowls Club: Piri Jackson
Contact number: 07833105102
Shadow Bowls Committee Member: Ian Rutherford 07860 318827
What to do if a disclosure from a child or adult at risk is made to you:
Reassure the child/adult that s/he is right to report the behaviour.
Listen carefully and calmly to him/her.
Keep questions to a minimum – and never ask leading questions.
Do not promise secrecy. Inform him/her that you must report your conversation to the relevant Club Safeguarding Officer (and the police in an emergency) because it is in his/her best interest
REPORT IT! If someone is in immediate danger call the police (999), otherwise talk to the relevant safeguarding officer as soon as possible. The relevant officer will then follow their club’s procedures.
Do not permit personal doubt prevent you from reporting the concern/disclosure.
Make an immediate objective written record of the conversation using the Incident Reporting Form.
Make certain you distinguish between what the person has actually said and the inferences you may have made.
Pass on the form promptly to the safeguarding officer.
Codes of Conduct
All members and volunteers agree to:
Always prioritise the well-being of all children and adults at risk
Treat all children and adults fairly and with respect
Be a positive role model. Act with integrity, even when no one is looking.
Help to create a safe and inclusive environment.
Not allow any rough or dangerous behaviour, bullying or the use of bad or inappropriate language.
Report all allegations of abuse or poor practice to the club Safeguarding Officer or Committee Member.
Not use any sanctions that humiliate anyone or harm a child or adult at risk
Value and celebrate diversity and make all reasonable efforts to meet individual needs
Keep clear boundaries between professional and personal life, including on social media
Have the relevant consent from parents/carers, children and adults before taking or using photos and videos
Refrain from making physical contact with children or adults unless it is necessary as part of an emergency or congratulatory (e.g. handshake / high five)
Ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly outlined and everyone has the required information and training
Avoid being alone with a child or adult at risk unless there are exceptional circumstances
Refrain from transporting children or adults at risk, unless this is required as part of a club activity (e.g. away match) and there is another adult in the vehicle
Not abuse, neglect, harm or discriminate against anyone; or act in a way that may be interpreted as such
Not have a relationship with anyone under 18 for whom they are coaching or responsible for
Not to have a relationship with anyone over 18 whilst continuing to coach or be responsible for them
All members, adults and children agree to:
Be friendly, supportive and welcoming to other children and adults
Play fairly and honestly
Respect club staff, volunteers and Officials and accept their decisions
Behave, respect and listen to your coach
Take care of your equipment and club property
Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of age, gender, ability, race, culture, religion or sexual identity
Not use bad, inappropriate or racist language, including on social media
Not bully, intimidate or harass anyone, including on social media
Talk to the club Safeguarding Officer about any concerns or worries they have about themselves or others.
