Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club

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Our club is powered by a dedicated team of volunteers, led by our management and coaching staff who support every player through training, matches and competitions.While we love to win, our focus goes far beyond results - the personal growth and development of each player is at the heart of what we do.If you’re interested in your child joining Norton Lindsey, we’d love to hear from you.Take a look around the site to learn more about who we are, how we play and what makes our club a great place to grow in the game.

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Stay up to date with tournament announcements, club updates and team development across all age groups.All our teams are currently looking to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season - if you’re interested in getting involved, we’d love to hear from you.

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Welfare & Safeguarding

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At Norton Lindsey JFC, player welfare is our highest priority. We’re committed to providing a safe, enjoyable environment where every child can develop both their football skills and their confidence off the pitch.For full details of our safeguarding policy - including how to raise any concerns - please see below.

Safeguarding Policy

Our Safeguarding Policy sets out how we protect children and young people involved in the club.All parents and carers are encouraged to read this policy.

- Norton Lindsey Safeguarding Children Policy

Club Welfare Officer

The Club Welfare Officer (CWO) is the first point of contact for any safeguarding or welfare concerns

The CWO is responsible for:

Reporting a Concern

If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please do not ignore it.

What to do:

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Teams & Leagues

This season we are fielding teams in the following age groups and leagues:

Central Warwickshire:

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Respect

We are proud to support The FA Respect Programme and expect high standards of behaviour from players, coaches, parents and spectators

Complaints & Anti-Bullying

We operate a clear and fair complaints process.
Any concerns should be raised with the Club Welfare Officer or a committee member.

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Club Policies

Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club is committed to providing a safe, positive and well-managed environment for all players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and visitors. Our club policies set out the standards we work to, how we protect children, how concerns can be raised, and how personal information is handled.

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1st May 20261. Purpose of this policyNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and positive football environment for all players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and spectators.We recognise that concerns or complaints may occasionally arise. This policy explains how complaints should be raised, how they will be handled, and what action the club may take where appropriate.
The club will deal with complaints fairly, respectfully and as promptly as possible.2. Who We AreNorton Lindsey Juniors FC is a grassroots youth football club based in Warwickshire.For the purposes of data protection law, the club acts as the Data Controller for the personal information we collect.Contact email: [email protected]3. What Information We CollectWe may collect and process the following information:- Names of players, parents/carers and volunteers
- Contact details such as email addresses and phone numbers
- Information submitted through our website contact form
- Team and age group details
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information where necessary for player safety
- Photographs or videos, with appropriate consentBecause we work with children, some of this information may be sensitive, and we take extra care in handling it.4. How We Use Your InformationWe use personal information to:- Manage team registrations and participation
- Communicate with players, parents and volunteers
- Ensure player welfare and safety
- Respond to enquiries submitted via the website
- Organise fixtures, training and club activities
- Meet our safeguarding responsibilitiesWe only use data where we have a lawful basis to do so, such as consent, legitimate interest, legal obligation, or where necessary to protect someone’s vital interests.5. Children’s DataAs a youth football club, we primarily process data relating to children.We take this responsibility seriously and:- Obtain parental or guardian consent where required
- Only collect information necessary for club activities
- Take extra care to protect children’s data
- Use children’s information only for legitimate club, welfare and safeguarding purposes6. Sharing InformationWe do not sell or share personal data for marketing purposes.We may share information where necessary with:- League or County FA organisations
- The Football Association (FA)
- Coaches and authorised club volunteers
- Medical or safeguarding authorities where required
- Legal or regulatory bodies if required by lawInformation is only shared where appropriate and necessary.7. Data Storage and SecurityWe take appropriate steps to protect personal data, including:- Restricting access to authorised individuals
- Using secure systems and devices
- Keeping information only for as long as necessary
- Reviewing information regularly to ensure it remains accurate and relevant8. Your RightsUnder UK data protection law, you have the right to:- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data where appropriate
- Object to how your data is used
- Withdraw consent at any time, where consent is the lawful basis for processingTo exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details above.9. Cookies and Website DataOur website may collect basic technical information such as pages visited and general usage data. This helps us improve the website experience.We do not use this information to identify individuals.10. Photography and MediaFrom time to time, we may take photos or videos at matches, training sessions or club events.- Consent will be obtained from parents/carers for players under 16
- Images will only be used for club-related purposes
- We follow FA safeguarding guidance when using images
- Consent can be withdrawn at any time11. SafeguardingSafeguarding is central to everything we do.Where necessary, personal data may be shared to protect a child’s welfare.For more information, please refer to our Safeguarding Policy.12. Changes to This PolicyWe may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.For any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

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Safeguarding Policy

Last updated: 1st May 20261. Our commitmentNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club acknowledges its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of every child and young person entrusted to its care.We are committed to providing a safe, positive and enjoyable football environment for all players, coaches, volunteers, parents, carers and visitors.For the purpose of this policy, a child or young person is anyone under the age of 18 involved in any club football activity.The club subscribes to The Football Association’s safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance, and works in line with FA safeguarding standards.Parents, carers, players, coaches and volunteers are encouraged to read this policy and refer to it whenever they have a concern about welfare or safeguarding.2. Key safeguarding principlesNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club recognises the following key safeguarding principles:- The welfare of the child is, and must always be, the paramount consideration
- All children and young people have the right to be protected from abuse and poor practice
- All children and young people should be treated fairly and with respect
- All concerns, suspicions and allegations will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately
- Working in partnership with parents, carers, children, young people, the County FA, The FA and other relevant organisations is essential
- Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility3. Who this policy applies toThis policy applies to everyone involved with Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club, including:- Players
- Parents and carers
- Coaches and managers
- Club officials
- Committee members
- Volunteers
- Match officials
- Spectators and visitors
- Anyone helping with club activities, events, trips or football-related activityEveryone involved with the club is expected to support the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.4. Protection from harmNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club has a role to play in safeguarding children and young people by protecting them from:- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Neglect
- Bullying
- Discrimination
- Poor practice
- Online abuse or inappropriate communicationThe club recognises that abuse, poor practice or safeguarding concerns can happen in football, at home, online, in the community, or in other settings. Any concern should be reported and handled properly.5. Club Welfare and Safeguarding OfficerNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club has appointed a Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer.The Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer is the first point of contact for club members, parents, carers, players, coaches and volunteers who have concerns about the welfare of a child or young person.Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]The Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer will liaise with Birmingham County FA, The FA and other relevant organisations where required.The role includes:- Listening to safeguarding and welfare concerns
- Supporting children, parents, carers, coaches and volunteers
- Helping the club follow FA safeguarding procedures
- Referring concerns to Birmingham County FA, The FA, Children’s Social Care, the police or other relevant authorities where necessary
- Promoting awareness of safeguarding, welfare, Respect, poor practice and abuse6. Responsible recruitmentNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club endorses and follows FA guidance on responsible recruitment.When recruiting coaches, managers, volunteers or others working with children and young people, the club will take appropriate steps, which may include:- Clearly identifying the role and responsibilities
- Requesting identification documents where appropriate
- Meeting or speaking with applicants before appointment
- Requesting and following up references where appropriate
- Requiring an FA accepted Enhanced DBS Check with barred list check where the role is eligible
- Ensuring relevant safeguarding training is completed where requiredAll current club members working in eligible roles with children and young people, including managers and coaches, are required to hold an in-date FA accepted Enhanced DBS Check with barred list check where required by FA policy and regulations.If concerns arise about the suitability of any person involved with, or seeking to become involved with, the club, advice will be sought from Birmingham County FA and/or The FA.The club accepts that suitability decisions must be made in accordance with legislation, FA guidance and the best interests of children and young people.7. Safeguarding trainingNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club expects coaches, managers, relevant volunteers and committee members to complete safeguarding training required by The FA, Birmingham County FA, or the club.The club will encourage ongoing safeguarding awareness and will review training requirements regularly.Relevant officials may be required to complete FA safeguarding training appropriate to their role.8. WhistleblowingNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club supports The FA’s Whistleblowing Policy.Any adult or young person with concerns about an adult in a position of trust within football should report those concerns.Concerns can be reported to the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer, Birmingham County FA, The FA Safeguarding Team, the police, Children’s Social Care or the NSPCC.The FA Safeguarding Team can be contacted on:Telephone: 0800 169 1863Email: [email protected]The NSPCC Helpline can be contacted on:Telephone: 0808 800 5000The club encourages everyone to speak up if they are worried. Doing nothing is not an option.9. BullyingNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club recognises bullying as a safeguarding concern.Bullying of any kind is unacceptable at the club.If bullying does occur, players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and committee members should feel able to report it and know that it will be taken seriously.Bullying concerns should be reported to the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer.In serious cases, the matter may be referred to Birmingham County FA, The FA, Children’s Social Care or the police.For more information, please refer to the club’s Anti-Bullying Policy.10. Respect and standards of behaviourNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club supports The FA Respect Programme and expects high standards of behaviour from players, coaches, parents, carers, volunteers and spectators.The club expects everyone involved to behave respectfully, responsibly and in the best interests of children and young people.The club may take action where behaviour falls below expected standards. This may include:- Informal discussion or advice
- Informal warning
- Formal written warning
- Temporary suspension from training or matches
- Removal from a team or club activity
- Referral to Birmingham County FA or The FA
- Referral to the police or statutory authorities where requiredFor more information, please refer to the club’s Codes of Conduct, Complaints Policy and Anti-Bullying Policy.11. Reporting a safeguarding concernSafeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.If you are worried about a child or young person, it is important that you report your concern. No action is not an option.If you have a safeguarding or welfare concern, you should report it to:Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]When reporting a concern, try to include:- The name of the child or young person
- The nature of the concern
- When and where the concern arose
- Details of any other people involved
- Any action already takenYou should not investigate the concern yourself.You should not promise confidentiality or promise a particular outcome.You should stay calm, listen carefully, and report the concern to the appropriate person or authority.12. What happens after a concern is reportedWhere a safeguarding concern is reported, the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer will consider the information and decide the appropriate next step.This may include:- Supporting the child or young person
- Speaking with parents or carers where appropriate
- Seeking advice from Birmingham County FA
- Referring the matter to The FA
- Referring the matter to Children’s Social Care
- Referring the matter to the police
- Taking appropriate club action where poor practice or misconduct is identifiedThe welfare of the child will always be the priority.13. Serious or urgent concernsIf a child or young person is in immediate danger, or there is a serious risk of harm, you should contact the police or emergency services immediately.If the child needs urgent medical treatment, call an ambulance or take the child to hospital and make clear that it is a child protection concern.You should then inform the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer as soon as possible.If you cannot contact the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer, or the matter is clearly serious, you can contact:- Birmingham County FA
- The FA Safeguarding Team
- The police
- Children’s Social Care
- NSPCC HelplineThe FA Safeguarding TeamTelephone: 0800 169 1863Email: [email protected]NSPCC HelplineTelephone: 0808 800 500014. Online safety and communicationNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club recognises that safeguarding also applies to online communication and digital activity.Coaches, volunteers, parents, carers and players must use appropriate, respectful and safe communication at all times.This applies to:- Email
- Text messages
- WhatsApp or other messaging groups
- Social media
- Online images and videos
- Any digital communication connected with club activityAdults should not communicate with children in a private or inappropriate way. Communication about club activity should normally go through parents or carers, or through approved club communication channels.Any online safeguarding concern should be reported to the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer.15. Photography and videoThe club may use photographs or videos for legitimate club purposes, such as celebrating football activity, promoting the club, or sharing match and team updates.Images of children and young people will be used carefully and in line with safeguarding expectations.Parents and carers should inform the club if they do not consent to their child being photographed or filmed for club purposes.Images should not be used in a way that places a child at risk, causes embarrassment, or identifies unnecessary personal information.16. Data protection and privacyNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club will handle personal information carefully and responsibly.Safeguarding information will only be shared with those who need to know in order to protect a child, deal with a concern properly, or meet legal, safeguarding or FA requirements.For more information, please refer to the club’s Privacy Policy.17. Related club policiesThis policy should be read alongside the club’s other policies and guidance, including:- Safeguarding Children Policy
- Complaints Policy
- Anti-Bullying Policy
- Privacy Policy
- Codes of Conduct
- FA Respect guidance18. Useful linksThe FA Safeguarding guidance:https://www.thefa.com/football-rules-governance/safeguardingThe FA Reporting Concerns guidance:https://www.thefa.com/football-rules-governance/safeguarding/section-2-reporting-concernsNSPCC:https://www.nspcc.org.uk/Childline:https://www.childline.org.uk/CEOP Education:https://www.ceopeducation.co.uk/Birmingham County FA:https://www.birminghamfa.com/19. Club contactsClick here to see our Club Contacts & Officials20. Review of this policyThis policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if required by changes in club structure, FA guidance, safeguarding requirements or relevant legislation.

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Complaints Policy

Last updated: 1st May 20261. Purpose of this policyNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and positive football environment for all players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and spectators.We recognise that concerns or complaints may occasionally arise. This policy explains how complaints should be raised, how they will be handled, and what action the club may take where appropriate.The club will deal with complaints fairly, respectfully and as promptly as possible.2. Who this policy applies toThis policy applies to all players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers, committee members and spectators connected with Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club.It covers complaints relating to club activity, including training sessions, matches, events, communications, behaviour and conduct connected to the club.3. Safeguarding concernsAny complaint or concern involving the welfare or safety of a child must be treated as a safeguarding matter.Safeguarding-related concerns should be reported directly to the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer:Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]If a child is in immediate danger, or there is a serious risk of harm, the police or emergency services should be contacted immediately.4. General complaintsGeneral complaints that are not safeguarding-related should be submitted by email to the Club Secretary:Club Secretary: Kelly EvansEmail: [email protected]Complaints should be made by email only so that there is a clear written record of the issue raised.5. What to include in a complaintWhen submitting a complaint, please include as much relevant information as possible, including:- Your name and contact details
- The name of the player or team involved, where relevant
- The date, time and location of the incident or issue
- A clear explanation of the concern
- Names of any other people involved or who may have witnessed the matter
- Any steps already taken to try to resolve the issueThe club may ask for further information if needed.6. How complaints will be handledThe club will usually follow these steps:- The complaint will be acknowledged within 7 days
- The complaint will be reviewed by the appropriate club official
- Safeguarding concerns will be handled by the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer
- General complaints will usually be handled by the Club Secretary, Club Chairman or relevant committee members
- The club may speak to those involved to understand what has happened
- The club will aim to provide a response within 21 daysSome matters may take longer, especially where further investigation, committee involvement, or advice from Birmingham County FA or The FA is required.7. ConfidentialityComplaints will be handled sensitively and only shared with those who need to know in order to deal with the matter properly.Where a complaint involves safeguarding, child welfare, legal obligations or serious misconduct, information may need to be shared with Birmingham County FA, The FA, statutory agencies, or the police.8. Expected standards during a complaintEveryone involved in a complaint is expected to behave calmly, respectfully and honestly.The club will not accept abusive, threatening or intimidating behaviour towards players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers or committee members.Matchdays and training sessions are not the right place for heated discussions. Where possible, concerns should be raised calmly and privately by email after the event.9. Possible outcomesDepending on the nature and seriousness of the complaint, the club may take one or more of the following actions:- No further action, where the complaint is not upheld
- Informal discussion or advice
- Informal warning
- Formal written warning
- Temporary suspension from training or matches
- Removal from a team or club activity
- Referral to Birmingham County FA or The FA
- Referral to the police or statutory authorities where requiredThe club will always consider the welfare and safety of children as the priority.10. EscalationIf a complaint cannot be resolved at club level, or if the complainant is not satisfied with the response, the matter may be escalated where appropriate to:- The Club Committee
- Birmingham County FA
- The FA, where appropriateSafeguarding matters may also be referred directly to Birmingham County FA, The FA, statutory safeguarding services, or the police where required.11. Club contactsClub Chairman: Jason DaviesEmail: [email protected]Club Secretary: Kelly EvansEmail: [email protected]Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]12. Review of this policyThis policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if required by changes in club structure, FA guidance, safeguarding requirements or relevant legislation.

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Anti-Bullying Policy

Last updated: 1st May 20261. Our commitmentNorton Lindsey Junior Football Club is committed to providing a safe, friendly and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect.Bullying of any kind is unacceptable at our club. If bullying does occur, players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and committee members should feel able to report it and know that it will be taken seriously.We are a telling club. This means that anyone who knows bullying is happening is expected to tell the Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer or a club committee member.2. Who this policy applies toThis policy applies to all players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers, committee members and spectators connected with Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club.It applies during training, matches, tournaments, club events, travel connected with club activity, online communication, messaging groups and social media.3. What is bullying?Bullying is behaviour intended to hurt, upset, intimidate, exclude or embarrass another person.Bullying can happen once or repeatedly. It can happen in person, online, by message, through social media, or through others.Bullying may include:- Emotional bullying, such as excluding someone, ignoring them, spreading rumours, humiliation or intimidation
- Physical bullying, such as pushing, hitting, kicking, tripping or damaging someone’s belongings
- Verbal bullying, such as name-calling, insults, threats, teasing or abusive comments
- Cyberbullying, including hurtful messages, images, posts, group chat comments or social media activity
- Bullying linked to race, religion, nationality or ethnic background
- Bullying linked to disability, additional needs or medical conditions
- Bullying linked to gender, gender identity or sexual orientation
- Bullying linked to appearance, ability, family circumstances or personal characteristicsBullying can cause real harm and distress. It has no place at Norton Lindsey Junior Football Club.4. Our expectationsEveryone connected with the club is expected to:- Treat others with respect
- Encourage and support teammates
- Accept differences between people
- Avoid abusive, aggressive or intimidating behaviour
- Challenge poor behaviour safely and appropriately
- Report bullying or suspected bullying
- Support the club in creating a positive football environmentParents, carers and spectators are expected to set a positive example at all times.Coaches and volunteers are expected to promote respect, inclusion and positive behaviour within their teams.5. Reporting bullyingAny bullying concern should be reported as soon as possible.Safeguarding or welfare concerns should be reported directly to:Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]General concerns may also be reported to a coach, the Club Secretary or another committee member, who will pass the concern to the appropriate person.Club Secretary: Kelly EvansEmail: [email protected]If a child is in immediate danger, or there is a serious risk of harm, the police or emergency services should be contacted immediately.6. How bullying concerns will be handledThe club will take all reports of bullying seriously.Where bullying is reported, the club may:- Speak with the person raising the concern
- Speak with the child or person affected, where appropriate
- Speak with parents or carers where children are involved
- Speak with the person or people alleged to have carried out the bullying
- Speak with witnesses where relevant
- Consider whether safeguarding procedures need to be followed
- Decide what action is appropriateThe welfare of children will always be the club’s priority.7. Supporting those affectedThe club will aim to support anyone affected by bullying by:- Listening to them
- Taking their concerns seriously
- Reassuring them that reporting bullying is the right thing to do
- Agreeing appropriate next steps
- Keeping parents or carers informed where children are involved
- Taking reasonable steps to prevent further bullying8. Possible outcomesDepending on the nature and seriousness of the bullying, the club may take one or more of the following actions:- Informal discussion or advice
- Informal warning
- Formal written warning
- Temporary suspension from training or matches
- Removal from a team or club activity
- Referral to Birmingham County FA or The FA
- Referral to the police or statutory authorities where requiredWhere appropriate, the club may also seek to repair relationships through discussion, education and improved behaviour, provided this is safe and suitable for those involved.9. Online behaviour and messaging groupsThis policy also applies to online conduct connected with the club.Bullying, harassment, abuse or intimidation through WhatsApp groups, messaging apps, email, gaming platforms or social media will be treated seriously.Players, parents, carers, coaches and volunteers should not post or share anything that could upset, embarrass, threaten or target another person connected with the club.10. False or malicious allegationsThe club recognises that concerns should be reported in good faith.Where an allegation is found to have been deliberately false or malicious, the club may take appropriate action. This will be handled carefully, particularly where children are involved.11. Club contactsClub Chairman: Jason DaviesEmail: [email protected]Club Secretary: Kelly EvansEmail: [email protected]Club Welfare and Safeguarding Officer: Kenny OwenEmail: [email protected]12. Review of this policyThis policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if required by changes in club structure, FA guidance, safeguarding requirements or relevant legislation.

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