Call 999
If a child is in immediate danger or being harmed, tell a member of staff straight away and dial 999.
Call 999
Raising a concern
What to do if you have a concern
If something does not feel right, please speak up. You do not need to be certain before seeking advice. Designated safeguarding leads: Steve Balls and Dean Crosbie.
Contact college Human Resources
If your concern is about a Coastal Ballers coach, volunteer or member of staff, email the college Human Resources team.
hradmin@eastnorfolk.ac.uk Human Resources email address to be confirmed.Contact Steve Balls
For any other safeguarding or welfare concern, contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead by email or phone.
StBalls@eastnorfolk.ac.uk 01493 662234 Work phone number to be confirmed.
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
College partnership
Part of East Norfolk's safeguarding framework
Coastal Ballers operates through East Norfolk Sixth Form College and follows the college's safeguarding policies and procedures.
All staff and volunteers complete the recruitment, training and DBS checks required for their role.
Welfare first
The welfare of children and young people is paramount.
Equal protection
Everyone has the right to protection from harm and abuse.
Training
Staff and volunteers receive safeguarding guidance and training.
Working together
We share concerns with the appropriate agencies when required.
Examples
Concerns may include
Please contact us about any issue that affects a child's safety or wellbeing, even if you are unsure.
Bullying
Poor practice
Inappropriate behaviour
Online or social media issues
Emotional wellbeing
Discrimination or exclusion
Unsafe behaviour
Spectator behaviour
Our approach
How we keep players safe
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We work to maintain a safe, respectful and inclusive environment.
Named leads
Steve Balls and Dean Crosbie act as designated safeguarding leads.
Clear reporting
Straightforward routes for raising concerns.
Safer recruitment
Appropriate checks, training and guidance for staff and volunteers.
Expected conduct
Clear behaviour expectations for players, parents, coaches and supporters.
Early response
Concerns are encouraged early and taken seriously.
Partnership working
We work with the college, agencies and governing bodies where required.
Expectations
Code of conduct
Everyone involved with Coastal Ballers is expected to help maintain a safe, respectful environment.
Players, parents, carers, coaches, volunteers and spectators must show respect to teammates, opponents, officials, coaches and other families. Abuse, intimidation or disrespectful behaviour is not acceptable.
What happens next
How we respond
Concerns are handled sensitively and in line with college safeguarding procedures.
Report
Share your concern using the routes above.
Record
We listen carefully and record the concern appropriately.
Act
We follow safeguarding procedures and involve other services where needed.
Further support
Useful safeguarding links
Independent advice and support for parents, carers, coaches and young people.
Need advice?
How to raise a concern
We are here to help.
If you are worried about anything connected to Coastal Ballers, use the reporting routes above. We will listen and follow the appropriate process.