SAFE ENVIRONMENTS DON'T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT
At Onside, safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.
It shaps our culture, our relationships and the sapces where young people can grow, belong and thrive.
Safeguarding as our culture.
We believe every young person has the right to feel safe, respected and valued. Safety is not just a policy or a procedure - it is a culture that is lived out every day through our words, our actions and our relationships.
Emotionally Safe
We listen, we respect and we build confidence through meaningful relationships.
Physically Safe
We create environments that minimise risk and maximise protection.
Relationally Safe
We build trust, set clear boundaries and ensure young people know they are seen and valued.
What this looks like in practice
DBS Checked Staff
All staff and volunteers are DBS checked and verified.
Qualified Coaches and Mentors
Our team are trained, qualified and supported.
Clear Reporting Procedures
We have clear processes for reporting concerns.
Trusted Adults
Young people know who they can turn to and speak to.
Appropriate Boundaries
We maintain professional boundaries at all times.
Ongoing Training
Our team receive regular safeguarding training.
WHY RELATIONSHIPS MATTER
Relationships create safety.
Safety creates change.
Our mentors build long-term, consistent relationships that young people can rely on. This is how we create environments where they feel confident to be themselves, ask for help and take steps towards a better future.
SAFEGUARDING CONTACTS
If you have any safeguarding concerns please contact our Designated Safeguarding Leads, DONAL GALLIGAN or FABRIZIO PROIETTI at welfare@onsideministries.com
In an emergency contact your local authorities or call 999.