Bulletin (1 Mar 09)

The current BAF Child Protection Officer is standing down from August 2009, after three years in the post.

During this time the BAF have implemented the BAB Under-18s Safeguarding Children in Sport Policy, worked closely with the BAB, and have contributed to taking the Policy forward.

Currently the BAF has ten clubs registered with Under-18s, and clubs have identified leads for under-18 protection, known as Child Welfare Officers. In addition to helping members to understand the policy, via the CPO website link and newsletter articles, 70 members have had CRB checks, which require renewal every 3 years.

The BAB are now in the process of organising training for members to help them in their roles.

Members are asked to consider whether they can contribute to the organisation by taking over the role as BAF CPO, which is an essential committee post.

BAF CPO Main Requirements

The main requirements are as follows (the full Job Description is in the BAB policy):

  • Organisation and being able to maintain confidentiality
  • Computer access
  • Availability to attend some of the regional courses and Summer School to do CRB checks
  • To attend and contribute to BAF committee meetings
  • Become familiar with the BAB under-18 policy. The BAB will always keep you informed of new developments. The BAB will be able to provide you with training in your role.
  • Maintain the network of BAF Club instructors and Club Welfare Officers to update them of any changes. Close liaison with BAF General Secretary.
  • Liaison with website manager to ensure up-to-date information is available online.
For any further information, please contact BAF Head Office.