Kings Cliffe Tennis Codes of Conduct

All members of staff and volunteers agree to:

·         Prioritise the well-being of all children and adults at risk at all times

·         Treat all children and adults at risk fairly and with respect

·         Be a positive role model. Act with integrity, even when no one is looking

·         Help to create a safe and inclusive environment both on and off court

·         Not allow any rough or dangerous behaviour, bullying or the use of bad or inappropriate language

·         Report all allegations of abuse or poor practice to the club Welfare Officer

·         Not use any sanctions that humiliate or harm a child or adult at risk

·         Value and celebrate diversity and make all reasonable efforts to meet individual needs

·         Keep clear boundaries between professional and personal life, including on social media

·         Have the relevant consent from parents/carers, children and adults before taking or using photos and videos

·         Refrain from making physical contact with children or adults unless it is necessary as part of an emergency or congratulatory (e.g. handshake / high five)

·         Refrain from smoking and consuming alcohol during club activities or coaching sessions

·         Ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly outlined and everyone has the required information and training

·         Avoid being alone with a child or adult at risk unless there are exceptional circumstances

·         Refrain from transporting children or adults at risk, unless this is required as part of a club activity (e.g. away match) and there is another adult in the vehicle

·         Not abuse, neglect, harm or discriminate against anyone; or act in a way that may be interpreted as such

·         Not have a relationship with anyone under 18 for whom they are coaching or responsible for

·         Not to have a relationship with anyone over 18 whilst continuing to coach or be responsible for them

All children agree to:

·         Be friendly, supportive and welcoming to other children and adults

·         Play fairly and honestly

·         Respect club staff, volunteers and Officials and accept their decisions

·         Behave, respect and listen to your coach

·         Take care of your equipment and club property

·         Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of age, gender, ability, race, culture, religion or sexual identity

·         Not use bad, inappropriate or racist language, including on social media

·         Not bully, intimidate or harass anyone, including on social media

·         Not smoke, drink alcohol or drugs of any kind on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions or events

·         Talk to the club Welfare Officer about any concerns or worries they have about themselves or others

King’s Cliffe Tennis Safeguarding Contacts:

If you have any safeguarding concerns regarding King’s Cliffe Tennis please contact our Welfare Officer:

Anna Verrinder – 07939 061556 Annameadows@hotmail.com

Other contacts:

·         The police in an emergency (999);

·         LTA on: 020 8487 7000 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) or email the Safeguarding Team at safeguarding@lta.org.uk.  

·         Local Authority Children’s Services 01604 626938

·         Local Authority Adult Services 0300 1261000

·         adultcarencc@northamptonshire.gcsx.gov.uk

·         The police in an emergency (999);

·         LTA on: 020 8487 7000 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm) or email the Safeguarding Team at safeguarding@lta.org.uk.  

·         Local Authority Children’s Services 01604 626938

·         Local Authority Adult Services 0300 1261000

·         adultcarencc@northamptonshire.gcsx.gov.uk