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Safeguarding

The British Shuai Jiao Union (BSJU), in partnership with safeguarding sector experts , have developed the BSJU Safeguarding Standards, to align with best practice endorsed by Sport England and the Martial Arts Safeguarding Group (MASG).

The aim is to ensure all children and adults at risk participating in Shuai Jiao have a positive experience. BSJU Safeguarding Standards are focused on keeping all children and adults at risk safe from harm, abuse, violence, exploitation and neglect.

A key part of safeguarding is spreading the message about keeping children and adults at risk safe, to challenge community norms and build a community culture in Shuai Jiao of always acting in the best interest of all children and adults at risk, at all times.

Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts



The BSJU was awarded the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts (SCiMA) for Governing Organisations, on 2 February 2024. While our schools will still need to apply independently, the BSJU will assist schools through the BSJU Accreditation process to enable them to develop their applications.

Safeguarding in Shuai Jiao

The BSJU take safeguarding and the safety of its members extremely seriously. Use the menu bar to explore this section of the website and find out more about safeguarding and what measures you can take to minimise the risks to children and adults at risk in your Shuai Jiao provider.

Safeguarding Statement of Intent

Safeguarding Policy

SCiMA Guidance
SCiMA Guidance for Parents

Safeguarding Update
Safeguarding Update - October 2023

Safeguarding Online Learning
Safeguarding Online Learning and Development

Safeguarding Forms
Safeguarding Forms

National Designated Safeguarding Officer


Mrs Florence Montgomery
National Designated Safeguarding Officer (NDSO)

The BSJU's NDSO role includes:

  • Policy Development and Implementation: Developing and implementing policies related to safeguarding and child protection.
  • Training and Awareness: Providing training and raising awareness about safeguarding issues within the BSJU member schools and associations. This includes educating members, staff, and volunteers on recognising signs of abuse or neglect and understanding their responsibilities in safeguarding.
  • Liaison with External Agencies: Working closely with external agencies such as social services, the police, and child protection services. This can involve making referrals to these agencies when necessary and collaborating with them for investigations or interventions.
The BSJU's NDSO is responsible for:

  • Advice and Support: Acting as a point of contact for members, staff, volunteers, and others for any safeguarding concerns. They offer advice and support on handling any potential safeguarding issues.
  • Monitoring and Reporting: Regularly monitoring the BSJU's safeguarding practices and reporting on these to senior management. They also ensure that all legal and statutory requirements are met.
  • Handling Allegations and Complaints: Responding to and managing allegations of abuse or neglect within the BSJU. This includes ensuring proper procedures are followed and appropriate actions are taken.
  • Creating a Safe Environment: Ensuring the organization provides a safe environment for those it serves. This can involve regular risk assessments and implementing safety measures.

Safeguarding Concerns

Safeguarding is based upon information sharing. This is done in a confidential manner and on a need to know basis.

If you have concerns about the behaviour of any adult towards a child or young person, whether this adult is a parent, BSJU staff, visiting coach or volunteer at an event, you must also notify the BSJU Safeguarding Team immediately.

In An Emergency
I If you believe the child or young person is in immediate danger or risk of harm, you must contact the Police on 999 straight away. Once you have done that, inform the BSJU Safeguarding Team as soon as possible (within 24 hours).

It is not OK to do nothing.

How To Report A Concern
If you have a safeguarding concern about a child, young person or adult at risk, contact the Safeguarding Team: safe@shuaijiao.uk

It does not matter how you have become aware of the concern or how the child or young person has come into contact with the BSJU. Do not delay in taking whatever action is necessary to safeguard them.

Concerns About A Member Of Staff
If you have concerns about an adult's behaviour towards a child, it is important that you report these concerns as soon as possible. The BSJU takes all allegations of misconduct seriously and has a Whistleblowing Policy and Procedure.

Examples of behaviour of adults that could compromise the reputation and ability of the BSJU to safeguard children and young people could be:

  • Contravening any safe practice guidance for working with children, young people and adults at risk given by the BSJU
  • Exploiting or abusing a position of trust and/or power
  • Consistently demonstrating a failure to understand or appreciate how their own actions could adversely impact upon the safety and well-being of a child, young person or adult at risk
  • Not making sound professional judgements which safeguard the welfare of children or adults at risk
  • Failing to follow adequately BSJU policy or procedures relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk
  • Failing to understand or recognise the need for clear personal and professional boundaries in their work or
  • Behaving in such a way that it seriously undermines the trust and confidence placed in them by the BSJU.

Do you have a concern?

If you’re concerned about possible child abuse or bad practice by a BSJU member, during a BSJU competition or event, or in any other Shuai Jiao environment then you should immediately contact:

EITHER

Your Desigated Safeguarding Officer (DSO) for your area. This contact information should be published on your Shuai Jiao providers' website.

OR

BSJU Safeguarding Team led by our National Designated Safeguarding Officer: Florence Montgomery

Email: safe@shuaijiao.uk

Hotline: +44 7760 763529

OR

Escalate concerns to the BSJU Chief Executive Officer (holding the Safeguarding Portfolio): Robert Simpson

Email: rob.simpson@shuaijiao.uk

OR

Your Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) through the National LADO Network

BSJU Member Services

  • Apply for Membership
    You can apply for membership of the BSJU, if you are a Shuai Jiao practictioner and an exponent of one (or more) of the five principle styles of Shuai Jiao, or if you practice Shuai Jiao as a component of your martial arts system (including wrestling, grappling, and throwing). On successful registration you will then become part of a global family with a history spanning some 4,000 years; and access to national, international, and world-level events.

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  • Safeguarding
    The BSJU recognise that everyone has a responsiblity to keep themselves and others safe, and people involved in Shuai Jiao should know what to do if they have any concerns. The BSJU are working to support our members, parents, carers, and volunteers to safeguard children and adults at risk. The BSJU is committed to maintaining safeguarding best practice, reflecting our corporate responsibility to safeguard all participants, effectively.

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  • Renew Membership
    You need to renew your BSJU membership annually to remain an active member of the BSJU. It is important that you do not allow your membership to lapse, as you are expected to be insured and licensed, as a requirement of participaion in Shuai Jiao practice. Shuai Jiao, as a martial art, carries with it inherent risks of personal injury. Participants must have adequate insurance in place, which can be obtained through the BSJU membership process.

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  • Coaching Standards
    The BSJU recognise that Coaches (Instructors) play a critical role in the development of any sporting activity, and in the lives of the people that they coach. Our Coaches (Instructors) ensure that participation in Shuai Jiao is a positive experience aiming to ensure a high quality and safe approach to training. The BSJU Coach Development Programme (CDP) is delivered online and face-to-face, and designed for ‘teaching’ and ‘performance development’.

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  • DBS Check Service
    You can apply for a DBS check as part of the 'martial arts workforce' through the BSJU disclosure and barring checking service. Enhanced DBS check are required, as a condition of membership, for all Heads of Association, Coaches (Instructors), Designated Safeguarding Officers (DSOs), and people in a position of trust. The practice of Shuai Jiao will involve physical contact, and it is essential that ALL participants are safeguarded, appropriately.

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  • Policies and Guidance
    The BSJU policies and guidance reflect our key objectives to support participation and excellence in Shuai Jiao. Our policies and guidance comply with British legislation and regulations in relation to coaching, safeguarding, and equality. Our strategy redefines participation in Shuai Jiao, with a focus on five key outcomes: physical wellbeing, mental wellbeing, individual development, social and community development, and economic development.

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