Anti-Bullying Policy
Bullying is not an accepted behaviour towards anyone at HEATON MERSEY GUILD be they child, coach, volunteer or parent.
Anyone found to be bullying others will be dealt with seriously both in regards to the behaviour exhibited and the reasons for the behaviour.
Bullying
Bullying will not be accepted or condoned. All forms of bullying will be addressed. Bullying can include:
physical pushing, kicking, hitting, pinching etc
name calling, sarcasm, spreading rumours, persistent teasing and emotional torment through ridicule, humiliation and the continual ignoring of individuals racial taunts, graffiti, gestures
sexual comments and /or suggestions unwanted physical contact
Action to be taken if a child states they are being bullied:
Child to be given time to say how they are being bullied and reassured they are right to tell.
Adult/Children’s Officer to keep the young person informed of their proposed action and to take into account child’s feelings and perspective.
Chairperson/Leader of the club to be informed of any incident of bullying so that policies and practices can be reviews on a regular basis.
The child’s parents and practices can be informed of your concerns and response.
