Welfare and Wellbeing
Welfare Information
At D&G Swim Team, the wellbeing of our members is our highest priority. We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for all children and young people involved in our club.
If you have any welfare-related concerns or would appreciate a confidential conversation, please contact one of the welfare officers or support services listed below. Your voice matters, and we’re here to listen.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We believe every child and member has the right to:
- ✅ Feel safe from harm, abuse, and neglect
- ✅ Be supported by trusted adults and peers
- ✅ Be respected in all aspects of their participation
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility—one that belongs to every coach, volunteer, parent, and member of our swimming community. Together, we strive to create an environment where children can thrive both in and out of the water.
Club & Regional Contacts
Club Welfare Officer
James Renwick 📧 childprotectionofficer@gawswim.org.uk
Susan Underwood childprotectionofficer@gawswim.org.uk
Regional Welfare Officer
Chris Halliday 📧 nerwelfareofficer@asaner.org
Swim England Safeguarding Team
📧 teamsafeguarding@swimming.org 📞 01509 640 700 (Option 1 for Swim England → Option 3 for Safeguarding)
Local Safeguarding Authorities
Durham Safeguarding Children Partnership
🌐 Durham SCP – Concerned about a child
📞 First Contact: 03000 267 979 firstcontact@durham.gov.uk
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
📞 Safeguarding Team: 01325 743294 📧 cdda-tr.cpteamsouth@nhs.net
Gateshead Safeguarding Children's Partnership
📞 First Contact: 0191 433 2653 annaharrisonCWL@gateshead.gov.uk
Sunderland Safeguarding Children's Partnership
📞 First Contact: 07880 101699 jennifer.beer@togetherforchildren@org.uk
Safeguarding Adults
Durham County Council – Social Care Direct
📞 03000 267 979 (24/7) 🌐 Report neglect or abuse 🚨 If someone is in immediate danger, call 999 and mention they are a vulnerable adult.
Gateshead Safeguarding Adults Board
📞 First Contact: 0191 433 7033 ccatherine.hardman@gateshead.gov.uk
Sunderland Adult Social Care
📞 First Contact: Safeguarding for Adults - Sunderland City Council
Safeguarding in Sports & Youth Clubs
Durham FA
📞 General Safeguarding: 0191 433 7033 (24/7)
📞 Adults Duty Worker: 0191 433 2222
🌐 Durham FA Safeguarding Contacts
Additional Support Services
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NSPCC Childline |
📞 0800 1111 |
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ASA Swimline |
📞 0808 100 4001 |
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NSPCC Helpline |
📞 0808 800 5000 (24hrs) |
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MIND |
📞 0300 123 3393 |
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Young Minds |
📞 0808 802 5544 |
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Selfharm UK |
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Harmless |
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Samaritans |
📞 116 123 |
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National LADO Network |
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Wavepower |
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