Safeguarding

We all share the responsibility of protecting others. It's crucial for everyone to know how to act if they have any concerns. That's why we are dedicated to supporting parents, carers, organisations, associations, clubs, activity providers, instructors, teachers, coaches, and leaders in safeguarding children and adults

Active Surrey promotes the safety and welfare of young and vulnerable people engaged in sport, and is a member of the Surrey Safeguarding Children Partnership.

We influence clubs, coaches and others we work with through safeguarding workshops and other training, providing advice and guidance, and through our own Children and Young Person Safeguarding Policy and procedures.

Ensuring adults are protected - particularly those who may be vulnerable in some way - is very important. View our Adult Safeguarding Policy and our Safeguarding Adults Procedures for programmes we directly fund.

At Active Surrey we take welfare very seriously and have procedures in place to deal with any concerns raised.

If you are worried about the safety of a person taking part in an Active Surrey-run activity or any sport please contact one of our team:

Safeguarding Lead:

Wendy Newton 
Direct line: 07972211989
Email: wendy.newton@surreycc.gov.uk

Children and Young People Deputy Safeguarding Lead:

Nic Fraser 
Direct line: 07980696264
Email: nicola.fraser@surreycc.gov.uk

Adult Deputy Safeguarding Lead:

Laura White

Direct line: 07973975494
Email: laura.white@surreycc.gov.uk

Active Surrey also have two Sport Welfare Officers who can provide bespoke support and advice for local clubs:

Emma Das 
Direct line: 07967862939
Email: emma.das@surreycc.gov.uk

Chris Pinson 
Direct line: 07812091517
Email: chris.pinson@surreycc.gov.uk

Alternatively, you can contact any of the organisations listed  below or visit Surrey County Council's website to report a concern.

Report a concern about a child or young person

Report a concern about an adult

In an emergency / where there is immediate risk to life dial 999.

Active Surrey run many events within the Education sector, community and in health settings. We believe it is everyones duty that if you see something happening that you are concerned about, that may affect someone you do or in some cases do not know, to raise any concerns you may have and trust that it will be followed up and support or advice will be given as necessary.  

There are a number of policies that we promote and encourage all participants, organisers, spectators, parents, exhibitors, facilitators and support staff to adhere to, ensuring everyone has an enjoyable & positive experience in a safe environment. These policies are regularly updated and apply to our events. If you are attending one of our events, please read and follow the policies as outlined below: 

• Photography Policy
• Codes of Conduct

Choosing the right club for your child is a very important decision; your child’s safety is paramount and their enjoyment of their chosen sport or activity will be influenced by their experiences. You might find this 'Questions for parents' sheet useful when considering a club for your child, as well as the NSPCC’s website

All sports organisations should have processes in place to ensure they provide a safe and welcoming environment for children and young people.

Use the Child protection in Sport Unit’s safeguarding self assessment tool and the Ann Craft Trust Safeguarding Adults Roadmap to ensure you are doing everything you can to keep your club community safe.

The Child Protection in Sport Unit's resource library has a vast range of information from template policies such as Codes of Conduct to research papers, webinars, videos and podcasts to help you address safeguarding issues. It'll even help with information on overnight stays and give you guidance to share with parents. 

Surrey Safeguarding Children Partnership has a wide range of training and other advice on their website which may be helpful for clubs.

The National Working Group has a comprehensive library of resources on a very wide range of topics linked to safeguarding/child exploitation.

Safeguarding becomes even more critical when additional challenges or inequalities are present. For further guidance on protecting specific individuals or groups, please refer to the following organisations:

• Disabled people: Activity Alliance
• LGBTQ+: Stonewall
• Ethnically diverse: Sporting Equals
• Women in sport