Turtles Swimming Club

Child Protection Officer Role Description

Main Purpose of Role

• To act as a point of contact in all issues relating to the welfare of young people and to ensure all appropriate documentation and forms are in place and completed in accordance with the National Association of Swimming Clubs for the Handicapped (NASCH) policy and procedures for the welfare of young disabled people in swimming.

Duties Involved

·       To ensure the club has a Child Protection Policy and implementation plan;

·       To ensure Codes of Conduct are well publicised and followed;

·       To ensure that all adults at the Club in contact with children are preferably CRB checked or have as a minimum completed a Self Declaration Form as in accordance with the clubs Child Protection Policy;

·       To ensure that the Child Protection Policies and procedures are kept up to date with current requirements of the NGB and the Criminal Records Bureau;

·       To maintain an awareness and vigilance of activities taking place at the Club and to maintain familiarity with those in contact with children;

·       In consultation with the NGB and Constituency Body Welfare Officers ensure all reported incidents are managed at the appropriate level in line with NGB procedures;

·       Ensure all parents are aware of the club policy on Child Protection and that the correct protocol for voicing concerns is maintained and disseminated to parents;

·       Be aware of local Social Services and Area Child Protection Committee contacts;

·       To keep up to date with child protection issues and to act as a source of reference within the Club for any matters concerning child welfare.

Liaison with:

·       All committee members, all coaches, referees, volunteers taking responsibility for young people and parents of juniors.

·       National Association of Swimming Clubs for the Handicapped (NASCH), Welfare Officer

·       Local Social Services and Area Child Protection Committee contacts.

Responsible to:

The Chairman of Turtles Swimming Club

Meetings to attend:

NASCH Update courses

Relevant Hillingdon Council Sports Courses

Estimated time commitment:

As appropriate

 Term of role:

Annual appointment, although continuity in the role is desirable.

Recommended training:

NGB recognised and approved Child Protection Course.