Trafford FC Safeguarding

At Trafford Football Club, the safety and wellbeing of everyone involved in football is extremely important to us.

We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all players, supporters, volunteers and visitors.

Trafford FC follows the safeguarding guidance set out by The Football Association and Manchester FA to ensure the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk is always protected.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and we encourage anyone with concerns to speak up.

Our Safeguarding Commitment

Trafford FC is dedicated to ensuring football is played in a safe, respectful and supportive environment.

We aim to:

Provide a safe environment for players and visitors
Promote respect, inclusion and positive behaviour
Ensure all coaches and volunteers understand safeguarding responsibilities
Follow FA safeguarding policies and best practice

Report a Safeguarding Concern

If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of someone involved in football, please report it.

You can:

• Speak to our Club Welfare Officer
• Contact Manchester FA Safeguarding Team
• Report directly to The Football Association
• Contact the NSPCC HelplineIn an emergency always call 999

Useful links

The FA SafeguardingReport a concern to The FA

Manchester FA Safeguarding

NSPCC Helpline

For Young People

If you are a child or young player at Trafford FC and something is worrying you, it is important to talk to someone you trust.

You can speak to:

• Your coach
• The Club Welfare Officer
• A parent or guardian
• Another trusted adult

You can also contact:

NSPCC Childline

Call 0800 1111
https://www.childline.org.uk

Childline is free, confidential and available 24 hours a day.