Safeguarding Policy
(Last Updated: 1st January 2026)
Purpose:
This summary provides a clear overview of how Wilson’s Badminton Club keeps children and young people safe during Club activities. It complements our full Safeguarding Policy.
1. Club Safeguarding Officers:
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL): Nina Guha
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead: Ashish Pawargi
Welfare Officers: Nina Guha & Tom Vaz
These individuals are responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of all children participating in Club activities.
2. Our Commitment to Safety:
Wilson’s Badminton Club is committed to:
Providing a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all members.
Ensuring that all activities are supervised by responsible adults.
Recruiting volunteers safely, including DBS checks and safeguarding training.
Responding promptly and appropriately to any concerns or disclosures.
3. Policies and Codes:
Key policies that guide our safeguarding approach include:
Safeguarding Policy – full details on child protection, reporting procedures, and responsibilities.
Code of Conduct – sets expectations for all members, volunteers, and spectators.
Behaviour Guidance for Young People – ensures a respectful and safe environment for everyone.
4. Reporting Concerns:
If your child or you have any concerns about safety or wellbeing:
Contact a Club Safeguarding Officer (names listed above).
All concerns will be treated seriously and managed promptly.
In emergencies or where immediate risk exists, statutory agencies (Police/Children’s Social Care) may be involved.
We encourage open communication and transparency — no concern is too small.
5. What Parents/Guardians Can Expect:
All sessions are supervised appropriately with safe adult-to-child ratios.
Volunteers and officers have completed safeguarding training and DBS checks.
The Club operates under Badminton England guidance and UK safeguarding legislation.
Photography and online communications are managed safely and with parental consent where required.
Parents/guardians are welcome to ask questions about safety measures at any time.
Note:
This is a summary for quick reference. The full Safeguarding Policy is available upon request.