Child Welfare at Timsbury Athletic Youth FC

At Timsbury Athletic Youth FC, the safety and wellbeing of all children, young people and vulnerable adults are our top priorities. We are fully committed to safeguarding their welfare and providing a safe, supportive environment for everyone involved in our club.

We adhere to the Football Association Welfare Policy, implementing its procedures and best practices across all age groups. Our aim is to deliver high-quality football while maintaining the highest standards of safety and care.

Our current Child Welfare Officer is Stacy Whitty. If you have any concerns, we encourage you to contact your age group manager first.

If this is not appropriate, please reach out to Stacy directly:

Mobile: 07488275597
Email: tafcyouth.welfare@yahoo.com

For formal concerns, we also have a clear Complaints Procedure that must be followed before escalating any issues to the County FA.

Your trust and confidence in Timsbury Youth FC is vital to us and we are here to ensure every player and parent feels safe, supported and valued.

FA Safeguarding in Football

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all children, young people, and vulnerable adults involved in our club.

We encourage all parents and guardians to watch the FA Safeguarding in Football video as an essential introduction to safeguarding. For further details, explore the key safeguarding resources available on our website:

Safeguarding Children Policy: Our comprehensive policy outlining how we protect every child involved in the club.
Introduction to Our Child Welfare Officer: Meet the person dedicated to overseeing safeguarding at Timsbury Youth FC. (See Above)
Codes of Conduct: Clear guidelines for players, parents, and coaches to ensure respect and safety on and off the pitch.
Parent/Carer Consent: Information about our registration process and the permissions we require.
Communication Guidance: Best practices for safe and effective communication between players, parents, and club staff.
Contact Details: Reach out to our coaches and managers for any concerns or questions (or ask at training).

Your child’s safety is our priority. By working together, we can ensure Timsbury Athletic Youth FC remains a safe, supportive and fun place for everyone to play football.