Safeguarding
Safeguarding children is everyone's responsibility.
The club welfare officers have a responsibility for ensuring that children and young people, who register with Burton Youth FC, can play football in a safe and non-threatening environment, and are not subject to any form of neglect, abuse or bullying.
If you are worried about a child it is important that you report your concerns using the guidelines below - no action is not an option.
Contact the Burton Youth FC Welfare Officer, Will Deans 07583193785 If the issue is one of poor practice the Welfare Officer will either:
Deal with the matter themselves
or Seek advice from the Hampshire FA Designated Safeguarding Officer
If the concern is more serious - possible child abuse - where possible, contact the Hampshire FA Designated Safeguarding Officer (Shantell Woodward 01202853212) first, then immediately contact the Police or Children's Services
If the child needs immediate medical treatment take them to a hospital or call an ambulance and tell them this is a child protection concern. Let your Club Welfare Officer know what action you have taken.
If at any time you are not able to contact your Club Welfare Officer or the matter is serious then you can either:
Contact your Hampshire FA Designated Safeguarding Officer directly,
Call The FA/NSPCC 24 hour Helpline for advice on 0808 800 5000 or online
Contact the Police on 999 or Children's Services
