Safeguarding in Youth Football at Peterlee Town FC
At Peterlee Town FC, the safety, wellbeing, and happiness of our young players is at the heart of everything we do. As a grassroots football club committed to youth development, we believe that every child has the right to enjoy football in a safe, supportive, and positive environment.
We are proud to fully support and implement The FA’s Safeguarding Children Policy, ensuring that all young players, from our youngest age groups to our youth squads, are protected from harm and treated with respect and care.
Our Safeguarding Commitment Includes
- Creating a fun, inclusive space where children feel safe and valued.
- Ensuring all coaches and volunteers working with youth teams are DBS checked and have completed FA Safeguarding Children training.
- Encouraging open dialogue between children, parents, and club offiCials.
- Making safeguarding everyone’s responsibility — from pitch-side to COMMITTEE.
- We want every parent and guardian to feel confident that their child is in safe hands when they join Peterlee Town FC.
- hAVE AN EASILY ACCESIBLE SAFEGUARDING POLICY THAT CAN BE DOWNLOADED BELOW.
The Role of the Club Welfare Officer
Our Club Welfare Officer (CWO) plays a key role in maintaining high safeguarding standards across all our youth teams. The CWO acts as the main point of contact for any safeguarding concerns and ensures that policies and procedures are followed correctly.
Key Responsibilities of the CWO
- Support and advise coaches, volunteers, and parents on safeguarding matters.
- Ensure every adult working with children at the club is appropriately vetted and trained.
- Promote the importance of child welfare across the club.
- Offer a safe and confidential way for young players and families to report any concerns.
- Work closely with The FA and County FA to resolve safeguarding issues appropriately.
- At Peterlee Town FC, our CWO helps ensure that youth football is not only fun and developmental — but also safe, respectful, and child-centred.
- If you have any questions, worries or need to speak to our Club Welfare Officers EMAIL them at: cwo@peterleetownfc.com
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