If you are a Coach...

 If you are a coach or volunteer…

The Herts Sports Partnership believes that all young people, children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection and that the safety and welfare of children should always be of paramount importance, whatever the circumstances.

If you are a sports coach or volunteer looking for further child protection advice and guidance you may find the following section of use.

                                                                                                                   Useful Information

HSP Child Protection Policy
HSP Child Protection Statement
A Guide for Sports Coaches and Leaders
Whistleblowing Policy
Coaches Code of Practice
Vetting and Barring Scheme Update
Information on CRB checks and Guidance to complete CRB Application
Hertsmark for Coaches
A guide to Safer Recruitment Procedures
Risk Assesment & Management
Sport Unlimited Safeguarding Toolkit
A list of Course & Workshops offered by HSP
Do you have a concern about bullying?

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The Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) have released a number of relevant briefing papers on the following topics:

- Transport Guidelines
- Text and Email Messaging
- Social Networking websites
- Photography guidelines
- Managing Challenging Behaviour

 

How to report a concern...

If you have any type of child protection concerns the most important thing is that your concerns are reported and actioned.

• Download: Steps to report a child protection concern
• Download: Concern Report Form

We also have two designated Child Protection Officers at HSP that can help advise you on the next steps to take.

Additionally, you might find these other useful contacts relevant.

Phone 01707 284229