SAFE & SUPPORTIVE

Welfare & Safeguarding

Ensuring a safe environment for every swimmer is our top priority.

Role of the Welfare Officer

This voluntary position is closely regulated by Swim England. The Welfare Officer prioritizes the needs of all swimmers under 18 but is also available for older swimmers to discuss any issues.

Qualifications: Full DBS check, Safeguarding & Protection Course, and “Time to Listen” course.

Abigail Plumley

Welfare Officer and parent of a current AST swimmer. Available for children and parents to talk to about concerns regarding safety or happiness.

Email the Welfare Officer
Abigail Plumley

Reporting a Welfare Concern

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Contacting Abigail Plumley

Abigail Plumley can often be seen at the pool on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. Alternatively, email [email protected].

As a volunteer with a full-time job, every effort will be made to respond within 48 hours.

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Emergency Situations

If you believe a child has been harmed or is at immediate risk and you cannot reach the Welfare Officer, contact:

  • Police (999)
  • Children's Social Care
  • NSPCC Helpline
Read Swim England guidance

Swim England policy

Wavepower 2025–2028

All Swim England members follow Wavepower — the official child safeguarding policy and procedures.

Download Wavepower PDF

Wavepower online

Read more about the policy and safeguarding procedures on the Swim England website.

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Useful Contacts & Links

Somerset Safeguarding

Somerset Safeguarding Children

Report a concern or visit the safeguarding partnership website.

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Anti-Bullying Alliance

Anti-Bullying Alliance

Resources for preventing and responding to bullying.

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