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Steps to take if a child goes missing at your sports event - sample procedure and flow chart.

This NSPCC report compiles and analyses the most robust and up-to-date child protection data that exists across the four nations in the UK for 2020.

A template form for sports organisations to use when contacting the references provided by an applicant for a role working with young people.

Download a free NSPCC poster, especially designed for sports clubs and leisure centres to highlight how you can contact the NSPCC helpline with your concerns.

The International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC), developed by ACPO and CEOP, is a criminal records check for UK nationals or non-UK nationals previously resident in the UK, seeking to work with children overseas.

A checklist for sports organisations to make sure you meet all your safeguarding requirements for events and activities for young people.

This template safeguarding plan can be adapted for use by your organisation or club.

An Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) published 2022 its final report looking at child sexual abuse across multiple organisations.

An essential safety checklist for sports organisations that are planning trips away overnight and internationally. 

See our photography and filming policy for advice on how to help take and share images within your organisation.

These reporting-procedure flowcharts offer guidance to organisations hosting sporting events at 5 different levels, from local to international.

Advice about reducing the risks posed by unexpected or adverse weather conditions at children's sports and activities.

In this podcast episode, discusses keeping children and young people safe on social media and online platforms with colleagues from the NSPCC online safety team.

Our bullying incident report form can be used as a template for your own form to ensure you record everything necessary.

This thresholds guidance should be documented as part of your safeguarding procedures. It will enable all concerns to be dealt with appropriately.

A video presentation about creating effective safeguarding plans

Download these free posters to help you signpost everyone within your organisation to who they can talk to if they have a concern.

Creating a relaxed area for children and young people to go to can help make your event more inclusive.

Guidance to help sports clubs and organisations risk assess any safeguarding concerns around the membership of people with criminal records. This briefing paper highlights what needs to be done to ensure decisions made are fair and safe.

Top ways to create a culture of psychological safety and promote the wellbeing and performance of young athletes.