SHIPLEY JUNIORS FOOTBALL CLUB
SALTS FOOTBALL CLUB
SALTS LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB
MEMBERS HANDBOOK
www.shipleyjuniors.co.uk
CONTENTS
1)
CLUB CONSTITUTION, CLUB RULES AND THE FOOTBALL
ASSOCIATION
2)
CODE OF CONDUCT – COACHES AND MANAGERS
3)
CODE OF CONDUCT – YOUNG PLAYERS
4)
CODE OF CONDUCT – ADULT PLAYERS
5)
CODE OF CONDUCT - PARENTS / SPECTATORS
6)
CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT
7)
MISSION STATEMENT
8)
ANTI DISCRIMINATION POLICY
9)
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY
10) ANTI BULLYING POLICY
11) ANTI BULLYING PROCEDURES
12) CLUB COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
1. CLUB CONSTITUTION, CLUB RULES AND THE
FOOTBALLASSOCIATION
Shipley Juniors Football Club (“the Club”) is governed by its Constitution as adopted on
12 November 2003. It is a lengthy legal document and is not reproduced here. It may be
viewed on the Club’s website www.shipleyjuniors.co.uk or a copy may be obtained free
of charge from one of the Committee.
The remainder of this section sets out where the Club stands in relation to
recommendations by the Football Association (“the FA”).
The Club shall have the status of an Affiliated Member Club of the FA by virtue of its
affiliation to/membership of the FA. The Rules and Regulations of The Football
Association Limited and parent County Association and any League or Competition to
which the Club is affiliated for the time being shall be deemed to be incorporated into the
Club Rules.
The Club shall abide by the FA’s recommended Codes of Conduct (see section 2 to 5)
and its recommended child protection policies and procedures (see section 6). The Club
shall abide by the FA’s recommended Anti-Discrimination Policy (see section 8) and its
recommended Equal Opportunities Policy (see section 9).
The FA and parent County Association shall be given access to the Register of Members
on demand.
Save as provided for in the Rules and Regulations of the FA and the parent County
Association to which the Club is affiliated, the Committee shall have the power to decide
all questions of disputes arising in respect of any issue concerning the Club Rules.
TRAINING OF COACHES
The club shall endeavour to send all new volunteer coaches/team managers on an FA
Junior Team Managers Course / Adult Coaching course as soon as practicable following
their start at the Club and will continue to offer further training as required or requested.
As required by the FA, Club Organisers will agree to attend training sessions run by the
FA each year as appropriate and practicable.
CLUB DEVELOPMENT AND THE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
The Club was awarded an FA Charter Mark in December 2001. The Club achieved the
further status of an FA Charter Development Club in July 2003.
The Club will endeavour to continue to develop within the programmes as set by the FA
from time to time.
2. CODE OF CONDUCT – COACHES AND
MANAGERS
We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game
I will:
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Show respect to others involved in the game including match officials, opposition players,
coaches, managers, officials and spectators
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Adhere to the Laws of the Game
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Display and promote high standards of behaviour
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Always respect the match officials' decisions
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Never enter the field of play without the referee's permission
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Never engage in public criticism of the match officials
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Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour.
When working with players, I will:
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Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything, including
winning
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Explain exactly what I expect of players and what they can expect from me
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Ensure the parents/carers of all players under the age of 18 understand these
expectations
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Refrain from, and refuse to tolerate any form of bullying
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Develop mutual trust and respect with every player to build their self-esteem
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Encourage each player to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance
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Ensure all activities I organise are appropriate for the players' ability level, experience,
age and maturity
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Co-operate fully with others in football (e.g. officials, doctors, physiotherapists, welfare
officers) for each player's best interests
I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA
and /or The FA.
4. CODE OF CONDUCT – YOUNG PLAYERS
It is important everyone behaves themselves when playing football.
As a player, you have a big part to play. That's why The FA is asking every player to follow a
Respect Code of Conduct.
When playing football, I will:
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Always do my best, even if we're losing or the other team is stronger
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Play fairly - I won't cheat, complain or waste time
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Never be rude to my team-mates, the other team, the referee, spectators or my
coach/team manager
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Do what the referee tells me
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Shake hands with the other team and referee at the end of the game
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Listen to my coach/team manager and respect what he/she says
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Talk to someone I trust, for example my parents or the club welfare officer if I'm unhappy
about anything at my club.
The clubs Welfare Officer is Gill Hargreaves
Contact details –
Email – gill.hargreaves@shipleyjuniors.co.uk
Phone – 07971-998461
I understand that if I do not follow the code, action may be taken.
TheFA.com/Respect
4. CODE OF CONDUCT – ADULT PLAYERS
We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.
Players tell us they want a referee for every match, yet 7,000 match officials drop out each
season because of the abuse and intimidation they receive on and off the pitch. Respect your
referee today and you may just get one for every match this season.
Play your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for players at all times.
On and off the field, I will:
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Adhere to the Laws of the Game
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Display and promote high standards of behaviour
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Promote fair play and behave within the spirit of the Laws of the Game
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Always respect the match officials' decisions
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Never engage in public criticism of the match officials
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Never engage in offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour
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Avoid bullying, intimidation and poor behaviour
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Speak to my team-mates, the opposition and my coach/manager with respect
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Ask my team captain to talk to the referee if I have a problem relating to the game
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Remember we all make mistakes
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Shake hands with the opposing team and the match officials at the end of every game
I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA
and /or The FA.
TheFA.com/Respect
5. CODE OF CONDUCT - PARENTS / SPECTATORS
We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in the game.
This club is supporting The FA's Respect programme to ensure football can be enjoyed by
everyone in a safe and positive environment.
Play your part and observe The FA's Respect Code of Conduct for spectators and
parents/carers at all times.
I will:
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Remain outside the field of play and behind the Designated Spectator Area (where
provided)
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Never engage in, or tolerate, offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour
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Always respect the match officials' decisions
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Applaud effort and good play as well as success
In addition, when attending youth games I will:
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Remember that children play for FUN
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Let the coaches do their job and not confuse the players by telling them what to do
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Encourage the players to respect the opposition and match officials
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Never criticise a player for making a mistake -mistakes are part of learning
I understand that breaches of the code may result in action being taken by my County FA
and /or The FA.
TheFA.com/Respect
6. CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT
The Club recognises and accepts its responsibility for the safety and
welfare of all children and young people who come to it by protecting
them from physical, sexual or emotional harm and from neglect or
bullying.
The child’s welfare is, and must always be the paramount
consideration.
The Club will ensure that there are practices and procedures in place
to reduce the risk of harm to children and young people at the club.
The Club have in place a Designated Welfare Officer who accepts
responsibility for monitoring all Club procedures in relation to child
protection issues.
All team managers and coaches will be subject to local Football
Association child protection registration.
Parents and children coming to the Club will be made aware of our
child protection policy.
The Club accepts and will conform to the Football Association Child
Protection Policy published May 2000 and the Procedures and
Practices Handbook published November 2000. The club will ensure
a programme of Football Association accredited training for all team
managers and coaches.
Relevant phone numbers –
To report a concern about a child, ring Children's Social Care Initial Contact
Point (during office hours): 01274 437500
At all other times, ring the Bradford District Emergency Duty Team: 01274
431010
If you have reason to believe that a child is at IMMEDIATE RISK OF HARM,
contact the police on 999
7. MISSION STATEMENT
THE CLUB AIMS TO PROVIDE
QUALITY TRAINING AND
PLAYING FACILITIES TO
ALL CLUB MEMBERS
REGARDLESS OF ABILITY
AND TO IMPROVE BOTH
INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM
SKILLS BOTH ON AND OFF
THE FIELD OF PLAY
8. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The following policy is recommended by the F.A. and is
endorsed by the club –
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The Club is responsible for setting standards and values to apply
throughout the Club at every level. Football belongs to and should be
enjoyed by everyone, equally. Our commitment is to confront and
eliminate discrimination whether by reason of sex, sexual orientation,
race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability.
Equality of opportunity at The Club means that in all our activities we
will not discriminate or in any way treat anyone less favourably, on
grounds of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour,
religion or disability.
This includes:
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The advertisement for volunteers.
The selection of candidates for volunteers.
Courses.
External coaching and education activities and awards.
Football development activities.
Selection for teams.
Appointments to honorary positions.
The Club will not tolerate sexual or racially based harassment or other
discriminatory behaviour, whether physical or verbal, and will work to
ensure that such behaviour is met with appropriate action in whatever
context it occurs.
The Club is committed to the development of the programme of
ongoing training and awareness raising events and activities, in order to
promote the eradication of discrimination within its own organisation,
and within football as a whole.
9. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY
The following policy is recommended by the F.A. and is
endorsed by the Club
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General
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The Club is committed to a policy of equal treatment of all members
and requires all members of whatever level or authority, to abide and
adhere to this general principle and the requirements of the Codes of
Practice issued by the Equal Opportunities Commission and
Commission for Racial Equality.
All members are expected to abide by the requirements of the Race
Relations Act 1976, Sex Discrimination Act 1986 and Disability
Discrimination Act 1995. Specifically discrimination is prohibited by:
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Treating any individual on grounds of gender, colour, marital
status, race, nationality or ethnic or national origin, religion,
sexual orientation or disability less favourably than others.
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Expecting an individual solely on the grounds stated above to
comply with requirement(s) for any reason whatsoever related to
their membership, which are different from the requirements for
others.
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Imposing on an individual requirements which are in effect more
onerous on that individual than they are on others. For example,
this would include applying a condition which makes it more
difficult for members of a particular race or sex to comply than
others not of that race or sex.
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Victimisation of an individual.
Harassment of an individual, by virtue of discrimination.
Any other act or omission of an act, which has as its effect the
disadvantaging of a member against another, or others, purely on
the above grounds. Thus, in all the Club’s recruitment, selection,
promotion and training processes, as well as disciplinary matters, it
is essential that merit, experience, skills and temperament are
considered as objectively as possible.
The Club commits itself to the immediate investigation of any claims of
discrimination on the above grounds and where such is found to be the
case, a requirement that the practice cease forthwith, restitution of
damage or loss (if necessary) and to the investigation of any member
accused of discrimination.
Any member found guilty of discrimination will be instructed to desist
forthwith. Since discrimination in its many forms is against the Club’s
policy, any members offending will be dealt with under the disciplinary
procedure.
The Club commits itself to the disabled person whenever possible and
will treat such members, in aspects of their recruitment and
membership, in exactly the same manner as other members. The
difficulties of their disablement permitting assistance will be given,
wherever possible to ensure that disabled members are helped in
gaining access. Appropriate training will be made to such members who
request it if at all possible using the resources and man power available.
10. ANTI BULLYING POLICY
The Club is committed to the prevention and effective management of bullying behaviour relating to all
players involved in the club.
This Policy aims to:
1) Provide children, parents, coaches/managers/volunteers with information if they are
concerned about bullying.
2) Set clear and consistent standards across the club.
3) Assure all children that they will be participating in a safe/friendly environment and that
their well-being is our priority.
4) Ensure that the rights of children and young people to protection from abuse and neglect
is upheld. (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child Article 19).
WHAT IS BULLYING?
Bullying is any persistent behaviour by an individual or group which
intimidates/ threatens or has a harmful and distressing impact on another
individual or group.
Bullying behaviour may be any of the following:
1) Verbal - as in name calling or making personal comments
2) Social - ostracised or left out of peer group activities
3) Material - when possessions are stolen or damaged or extortion takes place
4) Emotional - including pressure to conform
5) Physical/Sexual/Racial - as in harassment or aggression
The Club is committed to taking positive steps to eliminate bullying incidents
within any of our activities. We will encourage all children attending our
activities to behave according to agreed ground rules which will provide a
framework of acceptable behaviour.
The ground rules for players are 1)
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We will not tolerate bullying or harassment of any kind.
We will be accepting of others regardless of age, race, religion, culture or disabilities.
We will not ignore a child who is being bullied, we will try to stop it or go for help.
We will be kind to others, even if they are not our friends and we will make new children
in our activities feel welcome.
We will not join in fights or disturbances but will immediately report them to a manager or
coach.
We will not judge others on the way they speak, their social behaviour, appearance or
their ability.
We will report any bullying incident to a coach/manager/volunteer immediately.
We will try to remember that everyone matters, including ourselves.
11. ANTI BULLYING PROCEDURES
The Clubs coaches/managers/volunteers will be vigilant and observant at all
times. If they witness bullying incidents they will respond by following the
procedures below:
Level One (Informal intervention for single incident)
Coach/manager/volunteer observes unacceptable behaviour or another child/children
raises a concern.
b) Listen and take the concern seriously.
c) Speak to child/children involved. Establish facts of both sides of the story. Remind them
of the ground rules.
d) Intervene to resolve conflict/distress between the bully and the child at risk, explain the
consequences of their actions and if necessary apply one of the following –
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Request an apology
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Encourage time out
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Break up group dynamics
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Request a change in behaviour
a)
Level Two (Formal Intervention)
If the unacceptable behaviour persists, the required actions are as follows:
a) Direct a formal warning to child/children and remind them of the ground rules. Explain
the implications if a change in behaviour does not take place.
b) A formal warning will be recorded on an incident form.
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The child/children will be asked to sit out of the activity.
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Parents will be verbally informed of unacceptable behaviour.
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There may be a necessity to exclude child/children from future activities.
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Any exclusion must be explained/discussed with the child’s parents before it is
imposed. This will ensure parents are informed and involved and have the
chance to deal with the issue proactively.
C) Reassure the child/children at risk that the complaint has been treated seriously and
the consequences of the bully’s actions.
Level Three (Repeated persistent bullying or serious assault)
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Remove child/children from the activity.
Ask coaches/managers/volunteers for assistance to comfort distressed child.
Record the incident immediately
Exclude child/children from future activities depending on the severity of their actions.
Inform a Club Committee member after the incident.
12. CLUB COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE
In the event that any member feels that he or she has suffered discrimination in
any way, or that the Club Policies, Rules or Code of Conduct have been broken,
should follow the procedures below.
1.
They should report the matter to the Club Secretary or another member
of the Committee.
Your report should include: i.
Details of what, when, and where the occurrence took place.
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Any witness statement and names.
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Names of any others who have been treated in a similar way.
iv. Details of any former complaints made about the incident, date, when
and to whom made.
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A preference for a solution to the incident.
2.
The Club’s Management Committee will sit for any hearings that are
requested.
3.
The Club’s Management Committee will have the power to: i.
Warn as to future conduct
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Suspend from membership
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Remove from membership