SAFEGUARDING
Safeguarding
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.
Trish Plews
Club Welfare Officer
If you have any welfare concerns, or would appreciate a confidential conversation, please get in touch with Trish directly or use our contact form.
📧 childprotectionofficer@gawswim.org.uk
Your voice matters and we are here to help.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
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.
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
Club & Regional Contacts
Swim England Safeguarding Team
📧 teamsafeguarding@swimming.org
📞 01509 640 700 (Option 1 for Swim England → Option 3 for Safeguarding)
Local Safeguarding Authorities
Additional Support Services
| Service | Contact | Website |
|---|---|---|
| NSPCC Childline | 📞 0800 1111 | childline.org.uk |
| ASA Swimline | 📞 0808 100 4001 | — |
| NSPCC Helpline | 📞 0808 800 5000 (24hrs) | — |
| MIND | 📞 0300 123 3393 | mind.org.uk |
| Young Minds | 📞 0808 802 5544 | youngminds.org.uk |
| Selfharm UK | — | selfharm.co.uk |
| Harmless | — | harmless.org.uk |
| Samaritans | 📞 116 123 | samaritans.org |
| National LADO Network | — | national-lado-network.co.uk |
| Wavepower | — | Wavepower — Swim England |
|
HAVOCA Help for Adult Victims of Child Abuse |
— | havoca.org |