Young People in Hockey
All young people have the right to feel safe, included and supported in hockey. We follow England Hockey’s safeguarding policy to ensure that every child and young person enjoys the sport free from harm.
At Redditch Hockey Club, a young person is defined as anyone under the age of 18.
We are committed to promoting the welfare of all young people and protecting them from harm, alongside the wider hockey family.
Safeguarding advice and support are available through our Club Welfare Officers and the England Hockey Ethics & Welfare Team.
Concerns will always be taken seriously, with clear reporting procedures in place.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility
If you are worried about a young person, speak to a Welfare Officer immediately
Our Commitment
Redditch Hockey Club has adopted England Hockey’s Safeguarding & Protecting Young People in Hockey policy.
This means we will:
- Provide a safe and supportive environment
- Ensure coaches and volunteers are trained and DBS-checked
- Promote good practice at all times
- Take concerns seriously and act quickly
Redditch Hockey Club has adopted England Hockey’s Safeguarding & Protecting Young People in Hockey policy.
This means we will:
- Provide a safe and supportive environment
- Ensure coaches and volunteers are trained and DBS-checked
- Promote good practice at all times
- Take concerns seriously and act quickly
Advice on spotting poor practice, abuse or behaviour that may put young people at risk.
Clear steps for players, parents, coaches and volunteers to raise a concern within the club or directly to England Hockey.
Safe supervision ratios, guidance on changing rooms, travel, communications, and use of social media/WhatsApp.
- Club Welfare Officers (contact details)
- England Hockey Ethics & Welfare Team
- Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB)
- Childline: 0800 1111
Downloads & Links
- SafeGuarding_Master_Document_Final_V2 Download
