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Learn more about what you need to know to choose the right training for your role in sport or physical activity.

Mental health support It's OK to have rough patches.

Choosing wisely and conducting an effective interview and selection process will help you to select the most suitable person for the role.

What is non-recent abuse? Non-recent abuse is abuse that occurred a period of time ago.

Are responsible for making sure that cases are dealt with fairly, equitably. Case management tool part 3 of 8.

If you think a child is in immediate danger Don't delay – call the police on 999 straight away.

Why do parents matter in sport? There are multiple studies such as The role of parents in the motivation of young athletes: a systematic review Jan 2024 that show parents are one of the main influencers that shape a child’s experience and participation in sport and physical activity.

Third-party use of facilities There are a few key points to consider when determining supervision levels and responsibilities for third-party users of facilities.

National governing bodies (NGBs) For advice about safeguarding in a particular sport, use the contact details below to contact the safeguarding lead for the sport’s governing body.

To select the right people for your sports club, activity or organisation, it’s essential to produce an application pack and any supporting information about your organisation.

You might want to use livestreaming or video conferencing in your sport or activity for a number of reasons, but consent still applies.

More about the KYCSIS campaign Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport is a national, year-round campaign which looks at improving parental involvement in children’s sport.

A safeguarding board report is one of the main ways you, as a board member, executive or senior leader, discharge your legal, moral and strategic responsibilities for protecting people.

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Definition of bullying behaviour Bullying behaviour is when individuals or groups seek to harm, intimidate or coerce someone they may be jealous of or who is perceived to be vulnerable.

It's important to maintain a culture of vigilance and support once your new recruit is in post.

Consult with police, social care, designated officers and multi-agency safeguarding hubs if you suspect abuse. Case management 4 of 8.

The process of gathering information about reported safeguarding concerns or incidents, using risk assessment. Case management 5 of 8.

There are a number of ways you can encourage parent and carer involvement in a way that benefits their child, as well as your club or activity.

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