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  • S2 Ep23: Online Safety Part 3 - Cyberbullying in Sport

    S2 Ep23: Online Safety Part 3 - Cyberbullying in Sport
    2025/02/05
    Bullying has been raised as a big concern for children, particularly in the
    online space, so it is vital that we understand how to handle it and what actions we need to take to keep children and young people safe.

    You can't get away from social media in a sport and setting, but we should never forget our safeguards and responsibilities. As safeguarders, we must take time to carefully think through the different types of risks that children and young people may be exposed to in a virtual sport setting.

    This podcast was originally recorded in May 2020 but has been repurposed for use in November 2024.

    Joined by host Helen and NSPCC Safety Officer Laura, we take a look at:
    • examples of how to deal with cyberbullying in your club
    • why cyberbullying in sport may be different
    • what young people should consider before posting messages online
    • what young people should do if they receive abusive content
    Always remember; if you're concerned or you're upset. Speak to someone that you know. Speak to a family member. Speak to somebody that you trust in a professional environment and seek that help.

    Featuring:

    • Helen Westerman – Host, NSPCC
    • Liza Ware – NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultant
    • Laura Randall – NSPCC Online Safety Strategy Team
    Transcript

    Read the full transcript here

    Listen to our previous episodes:

    • Part 1 - Online Safety for the Sport and Activity Sector - Social Media and Online Platforms
    • Part 2 - Online Safety for the Sport and Activity Sector - Sharing Images Online

    More information:

    • Online safety and social media - NSPCC CPSU resource page
    • Using digital platforms safely - NSPCC CPSU guidance on how to use digital platforms safely
    • Sample social media policy - A sample of a social media policy which clubs, organisations and activity providers can adapt
    Make sure you visit the CPSU website for the latest information and guidance about safeguarding in sport.
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    8 分
  • S1 Ep6: Safeguarding at sports events

    S1 Ep6: Safeguarding at sports events
    2025/01/08
    In this podcast, we discuss how you can make sure that your sports event stays safe for all children and young people by putting the right safeguarding policies and procedures in place.

    We'll be talking to Michelle North, Head of CPSU and Senior Consultant, about the safeguarding needs for different sized sporting events, as well as what needs to be looked at pre, during and post sport event to help guarantee everyone involved has a safe and enjoyable experience.

    • how to start the safeguarding process at sport events
    • what to include in your events safeguarding policy
    • sport event planning, risk assessments, getting information together before the event
    • codes of conduct for sport events
    • permission slips
    • overnight stays
    • first aid
    A sporting event can cover all kinds of games or matches; from a rounders match on the village green to the Olympics; it could involve 2 teams, it could be a multi-team event or it could be international. Safeguarding measures need to be in place regardless of the size of the event.
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    36 分
  • S1 Ep5: DBS checks in sport – your questions answered

    S1 Ep5: DBS checks in sport – your questions answered
    2025/01/08
    Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are an important part of safeguarding in sport, especially for sports clubs and organisations who train young athletes.

    Listen to Part Two of our dive into the basics of DBS checks (if you missed Part One, take a listen here).

    We asked our sport and activity audience to send in questions about DBS checks to Linda and Helen, in this episode we find out:

    • what levels of check are required?
    • do sport parents need to be DBS checked?
    • what is a referral?
    • how and when should sports refer?
    • how long does the DBS keep information?
    Understanding the need for DBS checks is just part of safeguarding in sport, subscribe to our Podcast for the latest developments, information and guidance.
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    28 分
  • S1 Ep4: DBS checks in sport – the basics

    S1 Ep4: DBS checks in sport – the basics
    2025/01/08
    In this CPSU Podcast episode we dive into the basics of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. DBS checks are hugely important for safeguarding in sport clubs and organisations as they allow employers to see whether the person they are looking to employ is suitable and safe for a role.

    Safeguarding in sport is all about protecting young people, anyone undertaking a role that involves contact with or responsibility for children (or other vulnerable groups such as adults at risks) should be taken through a safer recruitment process, a DBS check being one of the key onboarding procedures.

    We speak to Helen and Linda from the Disclosure and Barring Service about the different levels of check available, who's eligible and how checks are carried out as well as the importance of safer recruitment and how this helps safeguarding in sport.

    Take a listen to find out the answers to these questions:

    • what is a DBS check?
    • how does a DBS check help protect young and vulnerable people
    • how do you get a DBS check done?
    • how long is the DBS process?
    • what makes someone eligible for different levels of DBS check?
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    21 分
  • S1 Ep3: The basics of safeguarding

    S1 Ep3: The basics of safeguarding
    2025/01/08
    In this podcast we explore the basics of what safeguarding actually means within the sport and activity world. Looking at what steps sports clubs and organisations need to take to ensure they're effectively safeguarding children and young people in the sector.

    In this whistle stop tour, our NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultant and Information Officers delve into the key areas of safeguarding;

    • why safeguarding in sport is so important
    • the different types of abuse in sport and how to spot them
    • how to create and implement a safeguarding policy
    • putting safeguarding measures in place
    • finding out what safeguarding training is right for you and your club
    • the risks of not doing anything
    • how to raise and deal with a safeguarding concern
    Whether you've just started on your safeguarding journey, or are listening to this podcast as a refresher, we'll have you getting to grips with the basics of safeguarding in sport in no time.
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    26 分
  • S1 Ep2: Parenting young people in competitive sport

    S1 Ep2: Parenting young people in competitive sport
    2025/01/08
    In the second of our podcasts on parental involvement, we take a deep dive into what it's like parenting young athletes who compete in competitive sport and how safeguarding is paramount.

    Mel, our CPSU Information Officer, is joined by Jen and Lisa, two sports parents whose young athletes compete at a high level.

    We'll be hearing about:

    • the reality of being a sport parent for higher performance young athletes
      the competitive sport community
    • the importance of parental support in sport clubs and organisations
    • parent/coach trust
    • choosing the right club for your young athlete
    • parental behaviour at matches and how it's managed
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    28 分
  • S1 Ep1: Parents involvement in grass-roots sports

    S1 Ep1: Parents involvement in grass-roots sports
    2025/01/08
    Sport parents are unsung champions; from washing kit to being a personal cheerleader or taxi driver, parents and carers do it all! But part of this role also means making sure that young athletes sport is a safe place for them to thrive, grow and enjoy.

    Join us as we have a chat with Helen and Ali, two passionate sport parents, about the very different roles they play in their children's sports, as well as Dr Camilla Knight, Sport Scientist at Swansea University and a bit of an expert when it comes to sport parents.

    We'll be hearing about how sports parents:

    • support young athletes
    • build the coach/parent relationship
    • discuss what's expected from your child's sports club
    • highlight the responsibilities of a sport parent
    • choose a sports club for your budding young athlete
    • discuss sport safeguarding 101; who to report your concerns to
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    22 分
  • S2 Ep22: Online Safety Part 2 - sharing images online

    S2 Ep22: Online Safety Part 2 - sharing images online
    2025/01/02
    Welcome to the second part of the NSPCC CPSU's dedicated podcast series all about Online Safety for the Sport and Physical Activity sector.

    This podcast was originally recorded in May 2020 but has been repurposed for use in November 2024.

    In this episode we shift the focus to the topic of sharing of images online. Joined by Helen and Laura from the NSPCC Online Safety Team, our NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultant Liza Ware cover:

    • consequences of sharing indecent images online
    • challenges faced by professional young athletes on social media
    • sharing, tagging and promotion of children in sport by sports clubs
    • mixed aged chat groups and forums
    Featuring:

    • Helen Westerman – Host, NSPCC
    • Liza Ware – NSPCC CPSU Senior Consultant
    • Laura Randall – NSPCC Online Safety
    View the podcast and full transcript on our website.
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    11 分