Swimmer Welfare
At Arnold Swimming Club, the welfare and safety of our swimmers is our highest priority.
We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all members—children, young people, and adults—where everyone can enjoy swimming in a positive and secure setting.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We follow the safeguarding policies and procedures outlined in Swim England’s Wavepower, which is the national guidance for child safeguarding in swimming.
Our policies apply to everyone involved in the club—swimmers, coaches, teachers, volunteers, committee members, and parents—and ensure that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
A full copy of the Swim England Wavepower policy can be found here: View Wavepower Policy (PDF).
As part of our SwimMark Accreditation, Arnold SC has formally adopted Wavepower and continually reviews our practices to meet these standards.
Key Welfare Information
Safeguarding Policy
Our club safeguarding policy is based on the Swim England Wavepower guidelines and sets out how we protect children and vulnerable adults.
Club Welfare Officer
Our Welfare Officer is your first point of contact for any concerns about welfare or safeguarding.
Rita Buckley
Email: welfare@arnoldswimmingclub.org.uk
How to Report a Concern
If you have any concerns about a swimmer’s welfare—whether it's about bullying, neglect, abuse, or inappropriate behaviour—please do not hesitate to speak up.
You can:
- Speak directly to the Welfare Officer
- Use the website contact form to reach out confidentially
- Contact the Swim England Safeguarding Team
Codes of Conduct
We uphold clear codes of conduct to promote respectful and responsible behaviour. These apply to:
- Swimmers
- Coaches and Teachers
- Parents and Guardians
- Volunteers
View Codes of Conduct
All members are expected to read, understand, and abide by these codes to help maintain a safe and respectful club environment.
Coach and Volunteer Checks
To ensure the safety of all swimmers, all coaches, teachers, and volunteers at Arnold SC:
- Undergo enhanced DBS checks
- Provide references
- Complete mandatory safeguarding training
This helps us maintain high standards of care and protection across all club activities.
External Safeguarding Resources
- Swim England Safeguarding Team
- NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
- Child Line Website
Remember: Safeguarding is Everyone’s Responsibility
We encourage all members - children and adults alike - to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.Together, we can ensure Arnold Swimming Club remains a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
