Code of Conduct for Parents and Spectators.

 

The parents/spectators have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football.  All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – its fun.  It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at football it is important to reinforce the message that positive encouragement will contribute to:

 

1.  Children enjoying football.

2.  A sense of personal achievement.

3.  Self esteem.

4.  Improving the child’s skills and techniques.

 

A parents/spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards:

 

1.  Other players.

2.  Officials.

3.  Managers.

4.  Spectators.

 

Spectators and parents at Carr Vale FC should always be positive and encouraging towards all of the children not just their own.

 

Parents and spectators should:

 

1.  Applaud the opposition as well as their own team.

2.  Avoid coaching during the game.

3.  Not shout or scream.

4.  Respect the referee’s decision.

5.  Give attention to each of the children involved in football not just the most talented.

6.  Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football.

 

Every parent and spectator has a responsibility to adhere to the Club’s Code of Conduct and Child Protection policy.

 

 

Coach / Manager Code of Conduct

 

1.           Respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport. Praise positive aspects of play and avoid becoming frustrated or ridiculing players by focusing on their failings.

2.       Place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance.

3.      Adhere to all guidelines laid down within the                 constitution and the rules of The Football Association.

4.       Develop an good working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect.

5.       Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward.

6.       Encourage and guide your players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.

7.       Ensure that the activities you direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of your players.

8.       Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the players (and, where appropriate, parent) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach.

9.       Co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interests of your players.

10.    Always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the Laws of the Game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the Laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques.

11.     Consistently display the highest standards of behaviour and endeavour to be a role model for players, parents and spectators.

12.     Coaches must not use or tolerate inappropriate language.

 

 

Equal opportunities policy

 

1.     Carr Vale Football Club is actively committed to equality of opportunity for all its players, supporters, committee members and prospective members of the club.

 

2.     No proposed player or committee member shall receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, marital status, disability where appropriate, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality or ethnic nor national origins.

 

3.     No club member shall be subject to victimisation nor to sexual or racial harassment.

 

4.     Every member must follow fair and non discriminatory practices in their relationships with one another and in the manner in which they treat people whilst engaged in time spent with C.V.F.C. Those in managerial or committee member roles carry a responsibility to ensure that these policies are consistently upheld and applied.

 

5.     Carr Vale F.C. is an equal opportunities organisation.

 

 

Players Code of Conduct

 

1.     Play to enjoy football, not to please your parents or your coach.

2.     Play by the rules.

3.     Accept the decision of the Match Official without protest.

4.     Work equally hard for yourself and the team – your teams performance will benefit and so will your own.

5.     Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally.

6.     Be a good sport. Applaud all good play, whether it is your own team or your opponents.

7.     Treat all players as you would like to be treated.

8.     Consistently display high standards of behaviour.

 

Anti Discrimination Policy

 

·        Carr Vale Football Club is responsible for setting standards and values to apply throughout the club at every level. Football belongs to and should be enjoyed by everyone, equally. Our commitment is to confront and eliminate discrimination whether by reason of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability.

·        Equality of opportunity at Carr Vale Football Club means that in all our activities we will not discriminate or in any way treat anyone less favourably, on grounds of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability.

 

This includes:

·         The advertisement for volunteers.

·         The selection of candidates for volunteers.

·         Courses.

·         External coaching and education activities and awards.

·         Football development activities.

·         Selection for teams.

·         Appointments to honorary positions.

 

·        Carr Vale Football Club will not tolerate sexual or racially based harassment or other discriminatory behaviour, whether physical or verbal, and will work to ensure that such behaviour is met with appropriate action in whatever context it occurs.

 

·        Carr Vale Football Club is committed to the development of the programme of ongoing training and awareness raising events and activities, in order to promote the eradication of discrimination within its own organisation, and within football as a whole.

 

 

Carr Vale Football Club - Child Protection Policy

 

This policy should be read in conjunction with The Football Association “Child Protection Procedures and Practices handbook”(November 2000 ).

For any further detailed information please refer to that booklet or contact the Child Protection Officer (CPO) who will be in possession of a copy.

 

Every child or young person who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from abuse. This is the responsibility of every adult involved in football.

 

Carr Vale F.C. recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all children and young people by protecting them from physical, sexual or emotional harm and from neglect or bullying. We are determined to provide the highest possible standard of care.

 

The aims of Carr Vale F.C. Child Protection Policy are:

·         To develop a positive and pro-active position in order to best protect all children and young people who play football enabling them to participate in an enjoyable and safe environment.

·         To ensure all coaches at the club undertake child protection training.

·         To demonstrate best practice in the area of child protection.

·         To promote ethics and high standards throughout football.

 

 The key principles underpinning this Policy are that:

·         The child's welfare is, and must always be the paramount consideration.

·         All children and young people have a right to be protected from abuse regardless of their age, gender, disability, culture, language, racial origin, religious beliefs or sexual identity.

·         All suspicions and allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately. Working in partnership with children and young people and their parents/carers is essential. Social Services Departments have a statutory responsibility to ensure the welfare of children and young people.

·         Carr Vale F.C. is committed to working together with Social Services Departments and local Area Child Protection Committees (ACPC) in accordance with their procedures.