Code of Conduct

Parents/guardians

 As a registered Swim England Member, and parent/guardian of a Member (under 18 years of age) at the Club, or a parent/guardian of a Club Member (under 18 years of age) but not a registered Swim England Member yourself, you are required to agree to this code of conduct.

 As a parent/guardian you have the right to:

  •  Be assured that your child is safeguarded at all times during activity with the club.
  •  Know who the Welfare Officer(s) is/are and how to contact them.
  •  Be informed of Wavepower and appropriate safeguarding and welfare reporting procedures.
  •  Know that any concerns about your child’s welfare will be listened and responded to.
  •  Know that anyone training or looking after your child at a club activity has the appropriate qualifications, checks and training.
  •  Be informed of any problems or concerns relating to your child raised by their coach.
  •  Know how to access the club policies, rules and procedures including the club complaints process and who to contact.
  •  Provide your consent or otherwise for photography and trips away.

 

As a parent/guardian of a Club Member (under 18 years of age) we expect you to:

  •  Make sure your child has the right kit for training and competitions.
  •  Ensure your child arrives to sessions on time and is picked up promptly.
  •  Let the club know if you’re running late to collect your child, if your child is going home with someone else or you have made alternative arrangements.
  •  Complete all consent, contact and medical forms and update us straight away if anything changes.
  •  Respect the decisions made by your child’s coach or teacher but understand you have the right to raise any concerns regarding your child. We will arrange a mutually convenient time so you can talk to us.
  •  Remember that children get a wide range of benefits from participating in one of our sports, including making friends, having regular exercise and developing new skills. It’s not all about winning.
  •  Not enter poolside or interrupt training or competitions unless in an emergency situation.
  •  Talk to your child and ensure they understand the rules of the club and the sport.
  •  Ensure your child understands the Athlete Code of Conduct.

 

We expect certain standards of behaviour from all club members as well as parents/guardians/grandparents.

 

By agreeing to this Code of Conduct you agree to:

  •  Behave positively as a spectator at training or competitions and treat others with respect.
  •  Give encouragement to your child well and provide support when they are struggling.
  •  Respect and celebrate differences in the club and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, faith, ability, or any other relevant characteristic.
  •  Respect anyone competing for other teams at competitions.
  •  Respect all volunteers, committee members, coaches and teachers at the club.
  •  Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated at the club.
  •  Report any incidents of abuse, bullying or other unacceptable behaviour to the Welfare Officer, even if you’re just a witness.

 

Breaches of this Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee and any behaviour which may be a criminal offence will be reported to

Police and any other relevant authority, by the club.

 

Continued breaches of this code of conduct by a parent/guardian (whether a member or not) may require the club to stop your child’s continued participation in club activity

 

Name of child/children

 

 

Signature of parent/guardian

 

 

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