All members of Braughing Tennis Club 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