Dorset FA Safeguarding Support
Supporting clubs IN DORSET with their Safeguarding NEEDS
The Dorset FA offers a range of safeguarding services and training to help create a safe and enjoyable football experience for everyone.
We ensure safeguarding requirements are met as a requirement of club affiliation and we support clubs to maintain these standards. This includes making unannounced safeguarding visits to clubs.
See below for details of the current safeguarding support services we offer.
Outside of Office Hours
For any urgent safeguarding matters outside of main office hours please contact NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 or in a case of emergency please contact Dorset Police on 101 or 999
Get In Touch
Safeguarding Contacts:
Kevin Pike (Designated Safeguarding Officer)
By Phone: 01202 688270
By Mobile: 07903 574657
By Email: safeguarding@dorsetfa.com
Justine Mosley (Deputy Designated Safeguarding Officer)
By Phone: 01202 688207
SUPPORT FOR WELFARE OFFICERS
As you know RESPECT is The FA's direct response to a clear message from the grassroots game. We must improve standards of behaviour - on and off the field.
Parental behaviour is one of the main reasons why young players drop out of the game. Poor behaviour by coaches, parents and players has also seen a number of officials drop out each season
The role of the Club Welfare Officer (CWO) is to deal with poor practice cases within their club, give advice and guidance as well as being the lead on DBS checks within the club. CWOs should always report more serious welfare case to the FA via the County Welfare Officer.
HOW TO BECOME A CLUB WELFARE OFFICER
Obtaining a DBS Check (Previously CRC)
Anyone working in an eligible role, directly working with children and young people such as managers and coaches must hold an in-date DBS. When you apply for or renew a DBS online, your Club Welfare Officer will need to see your original ID documents. Your Club Welfare Officer can then verify these online to submit your application.
Concerns within your club
If you are concerned about your child or another child in your club, you would normally contact your Club Welfare Officer (CWO) in the first instance. You should be given the contact details of the CWO at the start of the season. If you do not know who your CWO is, speak to a coach in your club and ask for their details. The CWO will normally deal with cases of poor practice and behaviour within your club.
For concerns of a serious nature or for advice and guidance please contact the Dorset FA Safeguarding Team or email safeguarding@dorsetfa.com
yOUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
As you know RESPECT is The FA's direct response to a clear message from the grassroots game. We must improve standards of behaviour - on and off the field.
Parental behaviour is one of the main reasons why young players drop out of the game. Poor behaviour by coaches, parents and players has also seen a number of officials drop out each season.
A Club Welfare Officer deals with poor practice cases within their club, gives advice and guidance to club members and ensures everyone is playing their part in keeping the game safe and inclusive. CWOs should always report more serious welfare cases to the FA via the County Welfare Officer.
If you have any concerns regarding the welfare of a child or young person or the behaviour of an adult towards a child or young person in football, please make sure you report it as soon as possible. Referring a concern can be done via your Club, League or Designated Safeguarding Officer.
For further information regarding reporting a concern click HERE.
Once you are listed as a Club Welfare Officer on Whole Game System, contact fachecks@thefa.com with your FAN and Club Affiliation Number.
For guidance on how to verify documents for a DBS Check (previously CRC) please watch the following video HERE
The online system shows the completion of the DBS process. Once that process is completed The FA makes its decision based on the content. There can be a few weeks delay between completion of the DBS process and it showing as accepted on Whole Game System.
If you are a Club Welfare Officer you are able to complete your verification with County FA staff. Please follow the guidance document below.