Safeguarding & North Riding FA
Building a safe and inclusive environment for all
English football takes safeguarding extremely seriously. The ongoing work to make the game as safe and enjoyable as possible is led by The FA, the game’s governing body in this country. This work is delivered through County FA's such as ourselves in conjunction with leagues and clubs.
A clear safeguarding strategy has been put in place by English football to protect people involved in the national game. It is complete with policies, procedures and regulations. Every club in the country must adhere to the policies which apply to them. If not, they face sanctions, including suspension from playing.
Within this section of our website, you'll find all the necessary information and policies on safeguarding and welfare, social media guidance, local initiatives and details on upcoming courses and workshops to ensure you stay on top of your club or leagues safeguarding responsibilities.
Safeguarding at North Riding FA
The North Riding 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.
Forthcoming Safeguarding Courses And Workshops
We offer a range of safeguarding services and training to help create a safe and enjoyable football experience for everyone.
Obtaining A DBS
Every coach within the Youth game is required to hold a valid and in-date FA Specific DBS. To find out how to obtain a DBS, please download the documents below:
CRC (DBS) Integration - Applicant Manual
CRC Integration - Club Welfare Officers Manual
We're on hand to help
North Riding FA are keen to supply its Safeguarding Workforce with a number of CPD opportunities. In order to support the voluntary workforce, a number of Safeguarding Workshops will be held throughout the footballing season.
North Riding FA Safeguarding Team
Steven Wade: Senior Safeguarding Lead
Jennie Bennett: Football Operations and Safeguarding Manager (Designated Safeguarding Officer)
Clair Shield: Assistant Designated Safeguarding Officer
Dave Goodwin: Board Safeguarding Champion
Get In Touch
Jennie Bennett
Football Operations and Safeguarding Manager (Designated Safeguarding Officer)
By Phone: 01642 717778
By Email: Safeguarding@NorthRidingFA.com
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Clair Shield
Assistant Designated Safeguarding Officer
Phone: 01642 717770
NSPCC
If you are concerned, get in touch or call NSPCC's 24 hour helpline on 0808 800 5000.