Code of Conduct

All members of staff, volunteers and members agree to:

  •         Prioritise the well-being of all children and adults at risk at all times

  •         Treat all children and adults at risk fairly and with respect

  •         Be a positive role model. Act with integrity, even when no one is looking

  •         Help to create a safe and inclusive environment both on and off court

  •         Not allow any rough or dangerous behaviour, bullying or the use of bad or inappropriate language

  •         Report all allegations of abuse or poor practice to the club Welfare Officer

  •         Not use any sanctions that humiliate or harm a child or adult at risk

  •         Value and celebrate diversity and make all reasonable efforts to meet individual needs

  •         Keep clear boundaries between professional and personal life, including on social media

  •         Have the relevant consent from parents/carers, children and adults before taking or using photos and videos

  •         Refrain from making physical contact with children or adults unless it is necessary as part of an emergency or congratulatory (e.g. handshake / high five)

  •        Refrain from smoking and consuming alcohol during club activities or coaching sessions

  •         Ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly outlined and everyone has the required information and training

  •         Avoid being alone with a child or adult at risk unless there are exceptional circumstances

  •        Refrain from transporting children or adults at risk, unless this is required as part of a club activity (e.g. away match) and there is another adult in the vehicle

  •         Not abuse, neglect, harm or discriminate against anyone; or act in a way that may be interpreted as such

  •         Not have a relationship with anyone under 18 for whom they are coaching or responsible for

  •        Be acutely aware of the power that coaches and coaching assistants develop over players in the coaching relationship and avoid any intimacy (sexual or

    otherwise) with players

 

 

All children agree to:

  •          Be friendly, supportive and welcoming to other children and adults

  •          Play fairly and honestly

  •         Respect club staff, volunteers and Officials and accept their decisions

  •          Behave, respect and listen to your coach

  •          Take care of your equipment and club property

  •          Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of age, gender, ability, race, culture, religion or sexual identity

  •          Not use bad, inappropriate or racist language, including on social media

  •          Not bully, intimidate or harass anyone, including on social media, on the tennis courts, in the clubroom, the Recreation grounds and in the toilets and changing room

    area.

  •         Not smoke, drink alcohol or drugs of any kind on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions or events

  •        Talk to the club Welfare Officer about any concerns or worries they have about themselves or others

 

 

 

All parents and carers agree to:

  •         Positively reinforce your child and show an interest in their tennis

  •         Use appropriate language at all times

  •         Be realistic and supportive

  •        Never ridicule or admonish a child for making a mistake or losing a match

  •         Treat all children, adults, volunteers, coaches, officials and members of staff with respect

  •         Behave responsibly at the venue; do not embarrass your child

  •        Accept the official’s decisions and do not go on court or interfere with matches

  •         Encourage your child to play by the rules, and teach them that they can only do their best

  •         Deliver and collect your child punctually from the venue

  •         Ensure your child has appropriate clothing for the weather conditions

  •         Ensure that your child understands their code of conduct

  •         Adhere to your venue’s safeguarding policy, diversity and inclusion policy, rules and regulations

  •         Provide emergency contact details and any relevant information about your child including medical history