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Safeguarding & Welfare

Radcliffe Town SC acknowledges its absolute responsibility to safeguard the welfare of every child and young person entrusted to its care. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for all.

How To Report A Concern

If you are worried about a child, it is vital you report your concerns immediately. Doing nothing is not an option. Please follow the step-by-step escalation process below.

Immediate Danger?

If a child is in immediate danger, requires medical attention, or a crime has been committed, do not delay.

Call 999

Contact CWO

If there is no immediate danger, report your concern directly to our Club Welfare Officer within 24 hours.

Email Welfare

Escalate

If the CWO is unavailable, or if the concern involves them directly, contact the County FA Safeguarding team.

External Bodies

Seek 24/7 advice from the NSPCC or report online safety and exploitation issues directly to CEOP.

Club Welfare Officers

Official Protocols

FA Training & Awareness

We actively encourage all parents, carers, spectators, and volunteers to complete the FA's free online safeguarding courses. Education is our best defence in creating a safe, inclusive football environment.

Safeguarding Awareness for Parents & Carers

A free online course designed to help parents and carers make informed choices about the football settings they enrol their children in.

Take The Course

Safeguarding Adults Course

Essential training for recognizing and responding to safeguarding concerns regarding adults in open-age, veterans, and disability football.

Take The Course

Safeguarding For All

A short, overarching module designed for anyone looking to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding children and adults within grassroots football.

Take The Course