Aireborough Swimming Club aims to adopt a friendly, inclusive, safe environment, so that members can enjoy their training.

The club is affiliated with Swim England and adopts the Safeguarding Policy and Procedures outlined in their Wavepower Document, which highlights the current Safeguarding guidance. All members or parents of members are advised to be familiar with the document, and please contact the club welfare officer if there are any concerns.

The link to the latest version of the document is available here, and further information can be accessed via the Swim England Website.

As per the Wavepower guidance, all club volunteers who work directly with members undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and have up to date Swim England Safeguarding training.  

If you have any concerns about the welfare of any member, or any issues with the club relating to the welfare of our members, please contact the Welfare Officer in the first instance. 

In an emergency:  

If a child or vulnerable adult is at imminent risk of harm or if you need urgent advice and cannot get in touch with the Club Welfare Officer, please contact:  

• The Police 

• Children’s Social Services: 0113 222 4403 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm except on Wednesdays when they open from 10am). 

• NSPCC Helpline:  0808 800 5000 (10-4pm) or help@NSPCC.org.uk (anytime). 

Mobile Phones in Changing Rooms 

In accordance with Swim England Policy since 2024, there must be NO mobile phone use in changing rooms before, during or after any activities relating to the club. This is to protect members, their parents and guardians and volunteers. We respectfully ask that anyone associated with the club is compliant with this guidance. Please see the Swim England video below, which offers an explanation to members.