• Provide a safe and secure environment for the teaching of football skills.
• Be committed to the development of all to meet their football potential.
• Be polite and honest to all those in our trust.
• Encourage team development through participation in football.
• Communicate effectively with both members and their parents.
• Ensure that no prejudice, bullying, or racism is present at any level of the Club.
• Encourage participation from minority groups.
• Encourage our members to play the game of football in the proper manner.
• Ensure that all players are given chance to play and that teams are not selected on ability alone.
• Develop a fair sporting attitude.

• Ensure that all members are involved at all times .
• Concentrate on the basic concepts of the game .
• Focus on FUN, ENJOYMENT and the SOCIAL aspects of the game

• To be competitive as possible, when playing in matches
• Focus on TECHNICAL and PSYCHOLOGICAL aspects of the game.
• Ensure the name of the Club is not brought into disrepute.
• Ensure emphasis on enjoyment.

• To be competitive in all games and strive for excellence.
• Focus on TECHNICAL and PSYCHOLOGICAL aspects of the game.
• Ensure the name of the Club is not brought into disrepute.
• Promote fair play and respect.

The Club is an Affiliated Member Club of The Football Association by virtue of its affiliation to / membership of The Football Association. The Rules and Regulations of ‘The Football Association Limited’ and parent County Association and any League or Competition to which the Club is affiliated for the time being shall be deemed to be incorporated into the Club Rules.

No alteration to the Club Rules shall be effective without prior written approval by the parent Association. All committee members should ensure that the club complies with FA rules and regulations.

Mickleover 95 Football Club recognises that all children deserve the opportunity to play football in a safe and supportive environment that is free from abuse.

Mickleover 95 Football Club acknowledges its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of every child and young person who has been entrusted to its care and is committed to working to provide a safe environment for all members. A child or young person is anyone under the age of 18 engaged in any club football activity. We subscribe to the Football Association’s child protection and best practice policy and procedures and endorse and adopt the policy statement contained thin that document.

• The child’s welfare is, and must always be, the paramount consideration.
• All children and young people have a right to be protected from abuse regardless of their age, gender, disability, culture, language, racial origin, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.
• All suspicions and allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately.
• Working in partnership with other organisations, children and young people and their parents or carers is essential.

We acknowledge that every child or young person who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from poor practice and abuse.

Mickleover 95 recognises that this is the responsibility of every adult involved in our club.

We endorse and adopt the FA‟s child protection and best practice guidelines for recruiting volunteers and will:

Mickleover 95 FC has a role to play in safeguarding the welfare of all children and young people by protecting them from physical, sexual, or emotional harm and from neglect or bullying. It is noted and accepted that the FA’s child protection regulation applies to everyone in football whether in a paid or voluntary capacity. This includes those who are a volunteer, match official, helper on a club tour, football coach, club official or medical staff.

• Develop a role profile.
• Request identification documents.
• As a minimum meet and chat with applicant(s) and where possible conduct interviews before appointing.
• Require and FA DBS Unit Enhanced Disclosure where appropriate in line with FA guidelines.

All current Mickleover 95 FC members with direct access to children and young people will be required to complete a DBS enhanced disclosure via the FA DBS Unit. If there are any concerns regarding the appropriateness of an individual who is already involved or who has approached us to become part of Mickleover 95 FC guidance will be sought from the FA. It is noted and accepted that the FA will consider the relevance and significance of the information obtained via the FA DBS Unit Enhanced DBS Disclosure and that all decisions will be made in the best interests of the children and young people. It is accepted that the FA aims to prevent people with a history of relevant and significant offending from having contact with children or young people and the opportunity to influence policies or practice with children or young people. This is to prevent direct sexual or physical harm to children and to minimise the risk of “grooming‟ within football.

Mickleover 95 FC supports the FA’s whistle blowing policy. Any adult or young person with concerns about a colleague can “whistle blow‟ by contacting the FA child protection manager on 0845 210 8080, by writing to the FA case manager at The Football Association, Wembley, London, HA9 0WS or by going direct to the police, children’s services (formerly Social Services) or the NSPCC. Mickleover 95 FC encourages everyone to know about it and utilise it if necessary.

Mickleover 95 FC has appointed a Club Welfare Officer (CWO) and a Deputy club Welfare Officer (DCWO) in line with the FA’s role profile and required completion of the child protection and best practice workshop. The post holders will be involved with the designated person’s training provided by the FA. The CWO and DCWO are the first point of contacts for all club members and parents or guardians regarding concerns for the welfare of any child or young person. They will liaise directly with CFA and CPO and will be familiar with the procedures for referring any concerns. They will also play a proactive role in increasing an awareness of poor practice and abuse amongst club members.

We acknowledge and endorse the FA’s identification of bullying as a category of abuse. Bullying of any kind is not acceptable at our club. If bullying does occur, all players, parents or guardians should be able to tell and know that incidents will be dealt with promptly. Incidents need to be reported to the CWO, a member of the committee or, in cases of serious bullying contact the CFA CPO.

Mickleover 95 F.C has implemented codes of conduct for the players, parents and spectators, officials, and coaches. These will be continually reviewed and updated in line with FA‟s best practice guidelines.

In order to validate these codes of conduct the club has clear sanctions to deal with any misconduct at club level and acknowledges the possibility of potential sanctions which may be implemented by leagues of the CFA in more serious circumstances. All prospective members will be informed of these codes.

Further advice on child protection matters can be obtained from:

• Andy Bee - Mickleover 95 F.C CWO, Tim Beer Mickleover 95 F.C DCWO. Email – welfareofficer@m95fc.com
• The County Football Association’s Child Protection Officer, Derbyshire County FA, Units 8 & (Stadium Business Centre, Millennium Way, Pride Park, Derby DE24 8HE. Tel 01332 361422
• The Football Association/NSPCC Child Protection 24 Hour Helpline 0808 800 5000
• Require and FA DBS Unit Enhanced Disclosure where appropriate in line with FA guidelines.
• www.theFA .com/Goal
• The FA safeguarding children line 0845 210 8080

The members of the Club shall be those persons listed in the register of members (Whole Game System) which shall be maintained by the Registration Officers.

Any person who wishes to be a member must apply on the Membership Application Form every new season and deliver it to the relevant club manager, who in turn will update their team register and inform the club secretary. New intake members must apply on the Membership Application Form and deliver it to the Team manager.

In the event of a member’s resignation or expulsion, his or her name shall be removed from the club on the Whole Game System.

All player registration forms shall be signed by the player’s parent/guardian to confirm that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by the terms and conditions of the Club Constitution, with particular respect to sections 16 & 17 “Members and Parents Code of Conduct‟.

A Subscription fee payable by each member is required. Fees shall not be refundable. Subscription fees and due dates shall be determined by the Club Committee and published at the AGM.

The Club Committee shall have the authority to levy further subscriptions from the members as are reasonably necessary to fulfil the objectives of the Club.

Should a member’s subscription remain outstanding until a specified date chosen by the committee; they will no longer be eligible to represent the Club in competitive matches. Should a member’s subscription remain outstanding after further notice has been given, they may (at the discretion of the committee) be expelled from the Club.

In exceptional circumstances the Club Committee has the power to wave the monthly subscription fee. Such as hardship, injury to player.

The Club Committee shall comprise of the following positions:

• Chairperson
• Vice Chairperson
• Treasurer
• Club Secretary
• Junior League Secretary
• City League Secretary
• Welfare/Safeguarding Officers
• Kit/Equipment Officer
• Player registration Officers
• Affiliation Officer
• Accreditation Officer

Other roles include Media Officers and the Fundraising Team. A position within the club can be created should the need arise.

Every team must have a representative on the committee.

Each Club Committee person shall hold office from the date of appointment until the date next due to stand as indicated above and will thereafter be subject to re- election annually unless otherwise resolved at a Special General Meeting.

One person may hold no more than two positions at any time. The Club Committee shall be responsible for the management of all the affairs of the Club. Decisions of the Club Committee shall be made by a simple majority of those attending the Club Committee meeting.

The Chairperson of the Club Committee meeting shall have a casting vote in the event of a tie.

Meetings of the Club Committee shall be chaired by the Chairperson or in their absence the Secretary.

The quorum for the transaction of business of the Club Committee shall be five. Decisions of the Club Committee of meetings are to be populated in the monthly minute’s document. The club minutes and agendas are to be stored on the club google drive and maintained by the club secretary.

Any person serving on the Club Committee may call a meeting of the Club Committee by giving not less than 7 days’ notice to all members of the Club Committee. The Club Committee shall hold not less than five meetings a year.

An outgoing member of the Club Committee may be re-elected. Any vacancy on the Club Committee which arises between Annual General Meetings shall be filled by a member proposed by one and seconded by another of the remaining Club Committee members and approved by a simple majority of the remaining club Committee members.

The following are the responsibilities of each member of the Committee:

Chairperson
• Raise the profile of the Club
• Develop and implement long term Club Philosophy
• Oversee development of the Club
• Attend to and resolve any disputes that may arise between managers / members / parents etc.
• Administer the Club’s policies etc.
• Complete annual ‘Club accreditation’ (formerly Charter Standard) on the WGS.

Vice Chairperson
• Raise the profile of the Club
• Develop and implement long term Club Philosophy
• Oversee development of the Club
• Attend to and resolve any disputes that may arise between managers / members / parents etc.
• Assist the chairperson in the day to day running of the club
• Oversee associated tasks in the absence of the Chairperson.

Club Secretary
• Maintain accurate records of monthly Committee Meetings and Minutes.
• Organise club AGM meetings
• Deal with any administration on the WGS (Whole Game System)
• Complete annual ‘Club Affiliation’ on the WGS

League Secretaries
• Liaise with opposition, league members and referees to confirm season fixtures
• Resolve any issues with fixtures with league fixture secretary
• Register teams for the league season.

Treasurer
• Keep accurate accounts, which should be available for inspection at the AGM
• Ensure invoices and expenses are paid as required
• Keep records of member’s subscriptions and advise “Team Managers” of outstanding amounts.

Safeguarding/ Welfare Officers
• Proactively raise awareness of the best practice child protection principles amongst all club members and parents.
• Ensure the club operates to best practice child protection principles as determined by the FA and other authorities.
• Being the first point of contact for all club members and parents or guardians regarding concerns for the welfare of any child or young person at the club
• Liaise with the CFA/CPO and be familiar with the processes for referring any concerns
• Provide support and advice to the committee, managers, coaches and volunteers at the club on child protection issues
• Support and advise the chairperson in resolving disputes that may arise
• Keep record all incidents, allegations and accidents that may occur at the club and advise the committee on action that may be appropriate
• Process all FA DBS checks and keep confidential records
• Ensure that all managers undergo regular first aid training and keep confidential records
• Take up and verify identification checks and references for all new managers, assistant managers, coaches, and volunteers at the club.
• Keep confidential records on the above

Player Registration Officer
• Register/Remove all club players on the FA WGS; ensuring correct paperwork has been received by team manager.
• Acknowledge all player transfer requests at the acceptance of the League officer

A bank account shall be opened and maintained in the name of the Club (the Club Account).

Designated account signatories shall be the Club Chairperson, and the Treasurer. Both always have full access to the Club accounts.

All monies payable to the Club shall be received by the Treasurer and deposited in the Club Account.

The income and assets of the Club (the Club Property) shall be applied only in furtherance of the objects of the Club

The Club Committee shall have power to authorise the payment of remuneration and expenses to any member of the Club and to any other person or persons for services rendered to the Club.

The Club Property, other than the Club Account, shall be vested in not less than two and no more than four custodians, one of whom shall be the Treasurer (the Custodians), who shall deal with the Club Property as directed by decisions of the Club Committee and entry in the Minute Book shall be conclusive evidence of such a decision.

The Custodians shall be appointed by the Club in a General Meeting and shall hold office annually or until resignation or removed by a resolution passed at a General Meeting.

On their removal or resignation a Custodian shall execute a Conveyance in such form as is published by The Football Association from time to time to a newly elected Custodian or the existing Custodians as directed by the Club Committee. On the death of a Custodian, any Club Property vested in them shall vest automatically in the surviving Custodians. If there is only one surviving Custodian, a Special General Meeting shall be convened as soon as possible to appoint another Custodian

The Custodians shall be entitled to an indemnity out of the Club Property for all expenses and other liabilities reasonably incurred by them in carrying out their duties.

An Annual General Meeting shall be held no later than 13 months from the previous club AGM

• Receive and approve the minutes of the previous AGM
• Receive a report of the activities of the Club over the previous year
• Receive a report of the Club’s finances over the previous year
• Elect the members of the Club Committee
• Consider and if approved, to adopt any changes or amendments to the Club’s Constitution
• Consider any other business

In the event that any member, parent, or guardian feels that they have not been treated justly or appropriately, by the Club or one of its representatives, that person has the right to lodge a formal complaint with the Club. All complaints are treated seriously and represent an opportunity for the Club to improve practices and processes, and (above all) to protect the health, safety, and well-being of its members. In order to enable the Club to deal with complaints judiciously, the procedure outlined below should be followed:

The incident should be reported to a member of the Club’s Committee. When reporting the matter, full details should be provided including:

• A detailed description of the complaint and why the complainant feels that an investigation is warranted
• An explanation of the circumstances surrounding any event(s) which occurred including a timeline and location
• Identification of those present/involved (including participants and witnesses where appropriate)
• Details of any specific remedy that is sought by the complainant
• Any other information which might assist the Club in building a comprehensive understanding of the circumstances of the complaint
• Consider any other business

The Club’s Committee will consider the details of any complaint, and the Chairman (in consultation with the Club Welfare Officer) will determine whether a formal hearing is appropriate. If it is determined that a formal hearing is not warranted (or is not practical or possible, in which circumstances the reasons shall be communicated to the complainant), a designated member of the Committee will respond to the complainant, setting out the Club’s position together with an explanation of any resulting action that has been agreed.

If a formal hearing is convened, this shall be attended by a minimum of three Committee members. The outcome of the hearing will be communicated to the complainant at the earliest reasonable opportunity thereafter.

• Warn a Club member, coach, manager, or other officer as to future conduct
• Suspend a Club member, coach, manager, or other officer from membership (in which case the duration of the suspension together with any undertakings that must be met prior to reinstatement will be clarified)
• Remove a Club member, coach, manager, or other officer from membership permanently (in which case justification will be provided, for example where the Club’s Policies or Codes of Conduct have been transgressed)
• Escalate the matter to the County FA where appropriate
• Report incidents/allegations relating to serious child protection issues to other agencies, for example the Police.

There shall be no appeals procedure resulting from the Committee’s findings. If the complainant is not satisfied with the way in which the complaint has been handled, or the outcome determined by the Committee, they may seek redress through escalation to the Derbyshire Football Association or the Police (or other authority body, as they might deem appropriate).

Each team manager will be required to take part in an FA organised course in order to obtain an accredited FA coaching badge.

Each team shall have a Manager and where possible also an Assistant Manager.

The Club Committee shall appoint team managers. The Club Committee can also change the management of any team as it sees fit at any time during the season.

The team manager and his assistant shall act at all times within guidelines given by the Club Committee, FA Rules and League Regulations.

Team Managers should remember that whenever they are representing the Club, their behaviour should not bring the Club into disrepute.

Any fines incurred by a team shall be liable to be settled by the Club, however the club will recover these costs from the Team Manager or individual concerned, depending upon the circumstances of any incident.

To take responsibility to ensure that all subscriptions are collected from their respective squad group.

Awards presented to members at the Awards Evening should be in recognition of that member’s performance or achievements with the Club.

Trophies shall be awarded to each age group or squad as follows:

• Managers Player
• Players Player
• Parents Player
• Medal/Individual trophy for each player

All equipment provided for remains the property of the Club.

Each team manager is responsible for the care and protection of equipme.

All requests for additional/new kit are to be passed to the Kit/Equipment Officer and agreed by the club treasurer and chairperson.

Team Managers will respond as required to any inventory requests from the Kit/Equipment Officer.

Everyone associated with the club shall abide by the codes of conduct and conduct themselves within the guidelines of the club constitution. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.

Every player and parent is expected to read and fully understand these codes and abide by them.

Signatures will be on the Mickleover 95 FC registration form and will be renewed each season. The codes can also be viewed on the club website – www.m95fc.com

Player / Member Code of Conduct

• Players shall be expected to conduct themselves of the league in which the club is participating.
• Players should show respect to opponents at all times.
• Players should always show respect to Referee’s and Officials.
• Players should show respect to Teammates at all times
• Players should not question Referee’s decisions.
• Players heard swearing at Teammates, the Opposition or Referee’s will be disciplined by the club.
• Players should be aware that dangerous play or continuous poor behaviour could result in the member being expelled from the club.
• Players shall at all times wear appropriate clothing and shin pads and bring appropriate drink when training or playing. Failure to do so will result in the member being withdrawn from the training session or match.
• Players should notify Team Managers / Coaches in good time if they are unable to play or train.
• Players shall adhere to the club’s child protection policy.

Parent / Supporter Code of Conduct

• Encourage fair play.
• Encourage the Team to play to their best ability and that there is no disgrace in defeat.
• Encourage Team Spirit and not give attention to just the most talented.
• Avoid coaching the member during the game.
• Never shout or criticise a player for making a mistake.
• Do not abuse or be outwardly critical of:
  1. Players from either Team.
  2. The Referee or Officials.
  3. Managers or Coaches.
  4. Other spectators.
• Back up the Referee. Do not openly question their fairness or ability.
• Applaud good play – by either team.

Set a good example!

Parents / Supporters should remember they have a great influence on the players enjoyment and success in football.

Parents shall adhere to the club’s child protection policy.

To this end the following should be encouraged with regard to players: -

• Enjoyment of football for all including the opposition.
• A sense of personal achievement..
• Self-esteem.
• Improving skills and techniques.

• Team managers should, where practical, try to provide equal playing opportunities for every player they sign.
• No player should be signed for any team if there are already sufficient number of players in the squad (sufficient number defined as “a number determined by a team manager who if asked to demonstrate can provide evidence to show that all signed players have played a reasonable part in competitive matches”)
• A player who has been signed to play for a team shall not be excluded from playing for the team or not re-signed at the beginning of a subsequent season solely because of either of the following reasons:
• The ability of the player
• The signing of another player.
• Managers shall adhere to the club’s child protection policy.
• Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the player (and, where appropriate, their parents) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach
• Managers must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g., fair play) and never condone violations of the laws of the game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the laws of the game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited techniques or substances
• Managers must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport
• Managers must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance
• Managers must place the well-being and safety of each player above all considerations, including the development of performance
• Managers must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect
• Managers must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward
• Managers must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance
• Managers must ensure that the activities they direct, or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience, and ability of players
• Managers must co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g., other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interest of the player.