policies & code of conduct

Jump for health believes that it is always unacceptable for a child or young person to

experience abuse of any kind and recognises its responsibility to safeguard the

welfare of all children and young people, by a commitment to practice which protects

them.

We recognise that:

• the welfare of the child/young person is paramount
•  all children, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity, have the right to equal protection from all types of harm or abuse.
• working in partnership with children, young people, their parents, carers and other agencies is essential in promoting young people’s welfare.

The purpose of the policy:

• To provide protection for the children and young people who use Jump for health services, including the children of adult members or users.
• To provide staff and volunteers with guidance on procedures they should adopt in the event that they suspect a child or young person may be experiencing, or be at risk of, harm. This policy applies to all staff, including senior managers and the board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers and sessional workers, agency staff, students or anyone working on behalf of Jump for health.

We will seek to safeguard children and young people by:

• valuing them, listening to and respecting them
•  adopting child protection guidelines through procedures and a code of conduct for staff and volunteers
•  recruiting staff and volunteers safely, ensuring all necessary checks are made
• sharing information about child protection and good practice with children, parents, staff and volunteers
• sharing information about concerns with agencies who need to know, and involving parents and children appropriately
• providing effective management for staff and volunteers through supervision, support and training.

In accordance with the relevant legislation and guidelines

• The Children Act 1989
• The Education Act 2002
•  The Children Act 2004
•  The London Child Protection Procedures (2016)
•  Working Together to Safeguard Children (DfE 2013)
• We are also committed to reviewing our policy and good practice regularly.

Jump for health believes that it is always unacceptable for an Adult at Risk to experience abuse or harm of any kind and recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all such adults, by a commitment to practice which protects them. Effective safeguarding means protecting an adult’s wellbeing and right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect. It is about people and organisations like Jump for health working together to prevent and stop both the risks and experience of abuse or neglect. At the same time ensuring that the adult’s wellbeing is promoted and where appropriate, having regard to their views, wishes, feelings and beliefs in deciding on any action. This must recognise that adults sometimes have complex interpersonal relationships and may be ambivalent, unclear or unrealistic about their personal circumstances. The focus of any safeguarding activity must be based on person centred and outcome focused approaches. The aims of adult safeguarding are based on sound person centred risk assessment. To:

• stop abuse or neglect wherever possible;
• prevent harm and reduce the risk of abuse or neglect to adults with care and support needs;
•  safeguard adults in a way that supports them in making choices and having control about how they want to live;
• promote an approach that concentrates on improving life for the adults concerned;
•  raise public awareness so that communities as a whole, alongside professionals, play their part in preventing, identifying and responding to abuse and neglect;
•  provide information and support in accessible ways to help people understand the different types of abuse, how to stay safe and what to do to raise a concern about the safety or well-being of an adult; and address what has caused the abuse or neglect;
•  assist the person to achieve their desired outcomes.

We know that:

An adult at risk of harm or abuse is a person aged 18 years or over who is or may be in need of community care services by reason of mental or other disability, age or illness; and who is or may be unable to take care of themselves, or unable to protect themselves against significant harm or exploitation

We recognise that:

•  the welfare of the adult at risk is paramount
• all adults, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity, have the right to equal protection from all types of harm or abuse
• working in partnership with adults at risk, carers and other agencies is essential in promoting their welfare.

The purpose of the policy:

• To provide protection for who use Jump for health services, including the parents of young members or users.
• To provide staff and volunteers with guidance on procedures they should adopt in the event that they suspect a vulnerable adult may be experiencing, or be at risk of harm.

This policy applies to all staff, including senior managers and the board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers and sessional workers, agency staff, students or anyone working on behalf of Jump for health.

We will seek to safeguard vulnerable adults people by:

• valuing them, listening to and respecting them
• adopting adult at risk safeguarding through procedures and a code of conduct for staff and volunteers
• recruiting staff and volunteers safely, ensuring all necessary checks are made
• sharing information about adult at risk safeguarding and good practice with users, parents/carers, staff and volunteers
• sharing information about concerns with agencies who need to know, and involving then and carers appropriately
• providing effective management for staff and volunteers through supervision, support and training.

We are also committed to reviewing our policy and good practice regularly.

Jump for Health Code of conduct

This behaviour code outlines the conduct expected of staff and volunteers from Jump for health, and staff from other organisations who engage with children and young people through Jump for health and its activities. It has been informed by the views of children and young people.

Purpose

Following this code will help to protect children from abuse and inappropriate behaviour from adults. It will also help staff and volunteers to maintain the standard of behaviour expected of them and will reduce the possibility of unfounded allegations of abuse being made against them.

Upholding this code of behaviour

All members of staff and volunteers are expected to report any breaches of this code their head of department under the whistle-blowing procedure or, if necessary, under child protection procedures. Staff and volunteers who breach this code of behaviour may be subject to Jump for health disciplinary procedures. Any breach of the code involving a volunteer or member of staff from another agency may result in them being asked to leave Jump for health.

Serious breaches may also result in a referral being made to a statutory agency such as the police, the local authority children’s social care department and/or the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

The role of staff and volunteers

When working with children and young people for Jump for health staff and volunteers are acting in a position of trust. It is important that staff and volunteers are aware that they may be seen as role models by children and young people, and must act in an appropriate manner at all times.

When working with children and young people, it is important to.

• operate within Jump for health principles and guidance and any specific procedures
• foster an open, fun and stimulating environment where children and young people feel safe and that they belong
•  follow Jump for health child protection policy and procedures at all times
•  listen to and respect children and young people at all times
• avoid favouritism
•  treat children and young people fairly and without prejudice or discrimination;
• value and take children and young people’s contributions seriously, actively involving children and young people in planning activities wherever possible
•  ensure any contact with children and young people is appropriate and in relation to the work or the project
• always ensure language is appropriate and not offensive or discriminatory
•  follow the e-safety policy and report any breaches
•  always ensure equipment is used safely and for its intended purpose
• provide examples of good conduct you wish children and young people to follow
• challenge unacceptable behaviour and report all allegations/suspicions of abuse
• ensure that whenever possible, there is more than one adult present during activities with children and young people or if this isn’t possible, that you are within sight or hearing of other adults
• be close to where others are working. If a child specifically asks for or needs some private time with you, ensure other staff should know where you and the child are
•  respect a young person’s right to personal privacy
• encourage young people and adults to feel comfortable and caring enough to point out attitudes or behaviour they do not like
•  recognise that special caution is required when you are discussing sensitive issues with children or young people.

You must not:

• patronise or treat children and young people as if they are silly
• allow allegations to go unreported
•  develop inappropriate relationships such as contact with children and young people that is not a part of
• the work of or agreed with the manager or leader
• conduct a sexual relationship with a child or young person or indulge in any form of sexual contact with a child or young person. Any such behaviour between an adult member of staff or volunteer and a child or young person using the services of Jump for health represents a serious breach of trust on the part of the staff member or volunteer and is not acceptable under any circumstances
• let children and young people have your personal contact details;
• make sarcastic, insensitive, derogatory or sexually suggestive comments or gestures to or in front ofchildren and young people
• act in a way that can be perceived as threatening or intrusive;
• make inappropriate promises to children and young people, particularly in relation to confidentiality
• jump to conclusions about others without checking facts;
• either exaggerate or trivialise child abuse issues;
• rely on your reputation or that of the organisation to protect you;

The Code of Ethics and Conduct applies to everyone involved in basketball at every level under the

jurisdiction of Basketball England, including players, match officials, coaches, administrators, club

officials, and spectators. All of these individuals have a responsibility to act according to the highest standards of integrity and to ensure that the reputation of basketball is beyond reproach this also includes paying your subs on time.

Those involved in basketball must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person, player and

non-player alike, treating everyone equally within the context of the game. In particular, be aware of

the special needs of young people and vulnerable adults, their well-being, including difficulties or

possible abuse experienced from within the game or from other sources. General principles of

all those involved in basketball must treat everyone equally and sensitively regardless of age,

disability, gender, race, ethnic origin, cultural or social background, sexual orientation, religious

belief, political affiliation, or any other personal characteristic/feature. Basketball England is

opposed to any form of violent, offensive, or discriminatory behaviour and will act as necessary to

remove individuals from basketball who do not abide by this Code of Ethics and Conduct.

Badabing Code of Conduct

All affiliated players agree to:

*Treat everyone equally and sensitively regardless of age, disability, gender, race, ethnic origin,

cultural background, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or political affiliation

*Treat your team-mates and opponents, coaches, club officials and match officials with respect and

consideration at all times - treat them as you would like to be treated

*Not use foul, sexist, racist language or offensive gestures at any time

*Know and abide by the rules and spirit of the game

*Avoid violence and rough play and help injured opponents

*Accept the decisions of the match officials without question or complaint (let your captain or coach

ask the necessary questions) and avoid words or actions which may mislead a Match Official

*Abide by the instructions of the coach and club officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit of

this Code of Ethics and Conduct or the rules of basketball

*Not attempt to improve individual performance with the use of banned substances / techniques;

*Condemn the use of recreation and performance enhancing drugs and abide by all anti-doping

requirements

*Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance through the whole game, even if

it is considered already over

*Concentrate on the game, do not react/respond to undue criticism from spectators, opposition

coaches or opposition club officials. Raise any concerns calmly and professionals to the match

officials to respond, deal and report.

*Learn to accept victory and defeat with humility and dignity and without excessive emotional

displays

*Work equally hard for yourself and your team - your team’s performance will benefit and so will

your own.

*Be a good sport, applaud all good performance, whether by your team or by the opponent;

*At the end of play applaud and thank your opponents and the match officials.