Policy
Policy and Proceedures
Child Protection Policy
EMSA will ensure all staff supervising or coaching children (and vulnerable adults) have already been Police Checked or provided a satisfactory CRB Disclosure, and are trained in order to recognise the symptoms of possible abuse.
Staff will investigate changes in children’s behaviour and in accordance with the Children Act, and local authority guidelines, liase with outside agencies if abuse of any kind is suspected. EMSA will welcome children who are on the Social Services ‘at risk register’ and provide support.
The company and its entire staff must take all reasonable steps to protect children from harm, discrimination or degrading treatment and will respect children’s rights, wishes and feelings. We offer a coordinated approach to sessions and activities.
Any suspicions or allegations of abuse must be taken seriously and be responded to quickly and appropriately.
EMSA along with all its staff recognise their responsibilities under the terms of the Race Relations Act 1976, Sex Discrimination Act 1975 and the Disability Discrimination Act 1996. All children, whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, religious beliefs and or sexual identity have the right to be protected from abuse.
Photography Policy
The East Midlands Swimming Academy does not permit any photographs to be taken of the children during swimming sessions unless prior written consent is obtained from parents/carers and the site management.
We may, on occasions, take photos for promotional purposes, i.e. leaflets or website etc. Before doing so, we will seek permission from all those involved, and respect the individual’s wishes if they do not want to appear in the photos.
Where there is sole usage of the pool by EMSA. Photographs may be taken, with adherence to the above.
If you wish to take photos of your child, please inform Sally Parkin, prior to doing so, either by phone, email or in person.
Equal Opportunities Policy
EMSA are committed to the principle of equal opportunities.
Everyone will be treated with respect and their individuality acknowledged taking positive account of their gender, religion, ethnic and cultural origin, age social background and abilities.
Each person will be valued as an individual without racial or gender stereotyping. We will, wherever possible, take account of individual customs, values and beliefs, and utilise equipment/materials that help to promote anti-racist and anti-sexist behaviour.
We encourage all participants to develop a well-grounded sense of their own value and worth and that of others.
Every person has the right to participate in our lessons regardless of any disability or special need they may have, and if appropriate additional adaptive equipment will be provided alongside the regular equipment that is suitable for everyone, including those with a disability or special need.
EMSA will not tolerate any discrimination or prejudice at its venues. All personnel will promote positive attitudes and behaviours.
