SAFE HOCKEY

Safeguarding

Every player deserves to feel safe, respected and supported. We take our responsibility to protect young people and vulnerable adults extremely seriously.

HC Knole Park adopts England Hockey’s Safeguarding and Protecting Young People in Hockey Policy, Procedures and Guidance. We are fully committed to ensuring a safe environment for everyone involved in our club.

Read England Hockey’s full Safeguarding Policy →

KEY CONTACTS

Our Welfare Officers

Wellbeing & Welfare Officer

Charlotte Smith

hckp.wellbeing@gmail.com

Level 2 Coach and PE Teacher. Passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment for every player.

Safeguarding Officer

Laura Andrews

hckp.wellbeing@gmail.com

Works closely with the Welfare Officer on all safeguarding matters. Passionate about player welfare and creating safe environments for everyone at the club.

You can also reach any member of the committee or a coach you trust.

RAISING A CONCERN

How to report a safeguarding concern

Speak to our Welfare or Safeguarding Officer

Contact Charlotte Smith or Laura Andrews directly by email. All concerns are treated confidentially and taken seriously.

Email or call

You can also email hckp.wellbeing@gmail.com or speak to any coach or committee member. We will ensure the right person is informed quickly.

External support

If you prefer to speak to someone outside the club:

England Hockey Ethics & Welfare Team — via the safeguarding hub
NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (24/7)
Childline: 0800 1111
Police (in an emergency): 999

Important: You do not need to be certain that abuse is happening. If something feels wrong, report it. It is always better to share a concern than to stay silent.

England Hockey Resources

Safeguarding Hub

Policies, guidance and SafeGuard platform

Planning Safe Hockey

Guide, checklists and risk assessment templates

Injury Reporting

SportSmart and official injury monitoring form

All coaches and relevant volunteers complete appropriate safeguarding training and DBS checks in line with England Hockey requirements.

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