Child Welfare


Lakelands FC has appointed our new Child Welfare officer for our club. Eileen Malone has agreed to act as our CWO for the forth coming season 09/10.

Any parents or child can contact Eileen direct to discuss any issues regarding child welfare.

Eileen can be contacted on 087 9675952 at anytime.

Remember you do not need to go through team managers or the committee to talk with Eileen.




TERMS OF REFERENCECHILD WELFARE OFFICER MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE:To act as a point of contact in all issues relating to the Welfare of young people and to ensure all appropriate documentation and forms are completed in accordance with the FAI Policy and Procedures for the welfare of young people in soccer.

ACTUAL DUTIES INVOLVED:

• Ensure the club has a Child Protection Policy and implementation plan
• Ensure Codes of Conduct are well publicised and adhered to
• In consultation with the HSE Welfare Officer ensure all reported incidents aremanaged at the appropriate level in line with FAI procedures
• Ensure all relevant club members are aware of training opportunities
• Ensure all parents are aware of the club policy on Child Protection and the correct protocols for voicing concerns
• Be aware of local HSE and Area Child Protection Committee contacts