MINI & JUNIOR

Why not come & join us? We have a thriving mini and junior football section for both boys and girls where children from the age of 5 are welcome to join and have fun. We are an all inclusive Club and all children are encouraged to get involved with the club and there are regular family events organised. The emphasis on all of our teams is for the children to enjoy playing and to have as much game time as possible. Each coach / volunteer is DBS checked and every team has at least 1 qualified Football Leader with them at all times. There will also be a qualified first aider in attendance. New starters are always welcome. The annual cost to be a playing member (which includes all training and matches) is £70.

Codes of Conduct It is important for everybody involved within the Club at all levels to ensure that they are representing Aberdare Town and themselves in the right way. Players • Encourage, support and co-operate with my team mates • Not to bully or make anyone feel sad or unhappy • Show respect and fair play to my opponents – shaking their hands at the end of a game • Play within the rules of the game, not to cheat or waste time • Respect my coach/manager and listen to what my coach/manager tells me • Respect officials and accept all decisions without question and shake their hands at the end of the game • Not to make nasty comments about a team mate, another player/team or coach/manager on any website or social networking site. • Tell my Club Safeguarding Officer or someone I trust if I feel unhappy, uncomfortable or concerned about anything Coaches, volunteers and club officials Code of Conduct • Show exemplary behaviour by respecting match officials, opposition players, coaches, managers and spectators • Treat all players equally by supporting and motivating all players • Give all players, whatever their ability, the chance to play • Accept that striving to win is more important than winning itself • Always pursue fair play – adhere to the laws and the spirit of the game • Encourage players to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour • Never to engage or tolerate any form of bullying • Never abuse or misuse any relationship of trust or position of power • Display high standards, behave responsibly and never engage in or tolerate the use of foul, abusive, insulting or inappropriate words, behaviour or gestures • Get Behind the Line and not enter the field of play without prior permission from referee • Ensure the enjoyment, safety and welfare of a child under my supervision is considered paramount at all times • Record any allegations, accidents or incidents and refer to designated person • Organise activities appropriate to the players’ ability level, age and maturity • Appreciate all efforts and not to over-train the players • Ensure that coaching sessions are fun, well-structured and focus on developing skill, decision – making and understanding of the game • Respect and listen to the opinions of children • Refrain from smoking or drinking alcohol during club activities or training sessions • Be aware of the FAW Safeguarding Policy, Procedures & Practices and observe the responsibilities involved, including the FAW Communication guidelines • Not to make inappropriate comments about another player, coach, official, spectator or volunteer on any website or social networking site which may bring the game into disrepute

Safeguarding Officer As part of our commitment to offering safe and secure football for all we have a dedicated safeguarding officer who looks after the entire Club. If you have any safeguarding concerns you can contact the officer in confidence at any time… Ellie Gunson 07886 993292 safeguarding@aberdaretownfc.co.uk