Safeguarding & Welfare

Putting swimmer wellbeing first

The safety and wellbeing of children and young people is central to everything InCAS does. The club is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and positive environment where swimmers can train, compete, and develop with confidence.

InCAS follows the safeguarding framework set out by Scottish Swimming and has clear procedures in place to prevent harm, respond to concerns, and support swimmers and families.

Welfare Officer

InCAS has a designated Welfare Officer, whose role is to:

Act as the first point of contact for safeguarding or welfare concerns
Provide guidance and support to swimmers, parents, coaches, and volunteers
Liaise with Scottish Swimming or external agencies where appropriate

Contact details for the Welfare Officer are available on request or via the club’s official communication channels.

Raising a Concern

If you have a concern about the welfare of a swimmer:

Speak to a coach or the Welfare Officer
Contact the club using the website contact form
In urgent situations, follow local child protection procedures

All concerns are treated seriously, sensitively, and confidentially.

Our Commitment

InCAS is committed to:

Safeguarding the wellbeing of all swimmers
Promoting equality, respect, and inclusion
Ensuring coaches and volunteers are appropriately trained and supported
Acting in the best interests of children and young people at all times

Safeguarding Policies

Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy
Codes of Conduct
Equality & Inclusion Policy

These policies are available on request and are reviewed regularly.