At Saberwars, the safety and well-being of children and young people under 18 is our highest priority. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment where all participants feel protected and respected.

We are currently completing our Child Safeguarding and Protection training to further strengthen our safeguarding practices. This policy outlines our commitment to safety and the steps we are taking to protect children in our care.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

• We believe every child has the right to feel safe, valued, and supported.
• We are implementing robust safeguarding procedures to ensure all activities are conducted safely and responsibly.
• We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse, neglect, or bullying.

Child Protection Officer (CPO)

Scott Taylor is the designated Child Protection Officer (CPO) for Saberwars. As the CPO, Scott is responsible for:

• Acting as the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns.
• Ensuring all staff and volunteers understand and comply with our safeguarding procedures.
• Liaising with local child protection services if required.

Reporting Concerns

We encourage anyone who has a safeguarding concern to speak up.

• Contact Our CPO: Scott Taylor
  • Email: bookings@saberwars.co.uk
  • Phone: 07368692788
• In emergencies, contact your local child protection services or dial 999.

All concerns will be handled with confidentiality and sensitivity.

Code of Conduct

To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, everyone involved with Saberwars is expected to adhere to the following guidelines:

What We Expect

• Treat all children and young people with respect, dignity, and fairness.
• Maintain professional boundaries at all times.
• Ensure all activities and equipment are safe and age-appropriate.
• Report any safeguarding concerns immediately to the CPO.

What We Prohibit

• Any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment.
• Being alone with a child in a non-visible or non-public setting.
• Sharing inappropriate content, including images or messages.
• Failing to report a safeguarding concern.

Parental Consent

For participants under 18, we require written parental or guardian consent for:

• Participation in activities.
• Photography or video recording for promotional purposes.

To ensure the safety and understanding of all parties, parents or guardians must complete and sign our waiver before their child participates in any Saberwars activities. This waiver outlines the terms of participation, safety measures, and permissions.

Ongoing Training and Development

We are committed to continuous improvement in safeguarding. We will regularly review and update our policy to reflect best practices and legal requirements.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Safeguarding Policy or want to discuss a concern, please contact us:

Email: bookings@saberwars.co.uk
Phone: 0800 677 1030

Together, we can ensure a safe, positive, and empowering experience for all Saberwars participants.