Child Protection Policy
 

The Club aims to create an enjoyable environment for all juniors who wish to take part in fencing or other sport and social activities at the club.
 

We believe that children and young people have the right to be safe, secure, and free from threat.

We believe that young people have the right to be treated with respect, and to have their concerns listened to and acted upon.

We will ensure that the club provides for the needs of junior members through specific programmes, designated facilities, and safe practice.
 

We have adopted the detailed practice and procedures set out in British Fencing Child Protection Policy and Procedures. We will offer help and support when a child or young person appears to be at risk or tells us that they are affected by abuse.
 

We will take steps to ensure that any club volunteers or professionals working with children are suitable to do so, through the use of references and background checks. We will ensure that all relevant people have been vetted and approved through the Criminal Record Bureau disclosure process.
 

The club has an adult member who is specifically responsible for children, young people, and child protection:
 

This person is: Jodie Tofts

She can be contacted at: jodie.tofts@thequeensmilltrust.com