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SAFEGUARDING
WHAT IS
SAFEGUARDING?
The RFL has a dedicated section on the website for Child and Player
Welfare, with separate sections for Children and Young People,
Who should you speak to for guidance?
Safeguarding refers to the process of protecting children (and
Safeguarding Policy from this section of the website and other useful
information and documents to support your role.
any issues or questions around policies. They will be able to direct you
and you should feel comfortable that you know your responsibilities
within all areas of your volunteering/work. If you need further advice
all procedures designed to prevent harm to a child. Everything you
do within your club to promote good and best practice contributes to
safeguarding a child.
The RFL Safeguarding Policy covers all aspects of Rugby League,
from Safer Recruitment of Volunteers to Away Trips and Tours. Your
organisation may have their own policies for things like social media,
but this must be adapted from the RFL policy. Clubs often add their
and guidance, you can email the safeguarding team.
safeguarding@rfl.uk.com
What is child protection?
Child protection is part of the safeguarding process, protecting
Definition of a child
Any child or young person, up to the age of 18
own sanctions in addition to those of the NGB/League. It is important
that you have read these and know where to find the policies and who
to speak to for guidance.
Remember – No question is a silly question – if in doubt ask for
advice
harm. This includes the child protection procedures which detail how to
respond to concerns about a child.
If we have robust safeguarding, then child protection is only needed on
very rare occasions, often from a disclosure from a child, or concerns
you have for their welfare. These can be from inside or outside of the
What is abuse?
You can get more information about the definitions of abuse and the
signs of possible abuse in the RFL safeguarding policy.
sport (i.e. home issues).
abuse on the NSPCC website
thecpsu.org.uk
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