Active Kent & Medway is committed to promoting good practice and safe sport for children, young people and adults at a local level. The Sport Welfare Project is being driven by Jimmy McCormack and Rachel Daly, who are part of a new national network of sport welfare officers. If you have any safeguarding or sport welfare questions, Jimmy and Rachel are here to help. You can get in touch directly or complete the form at the bottom of this page.
Jimmy McCormack
Sport Welfare Officer
- Tel: 03000 411836
- Email: jimmy.mccormack@kent.gov.uk
"Happiest on a bike – BMX, mountain or road, also like to keep active walking, at the gym and coaching cycling and football."
Rachel Daly
Sport Welfare Officer
- Tel: 03000 410964
- Email: Rachel.Daly@kent.gov.uk
“I really enjoy playing netball, clay-pigeon shooting, cycling and walking but am often on the sidelines watching my children playing all their sports."
Aims of the Sport Welfare Project
The Sport Welfare Officers’ role is to:
- Provide additional, local support for club welfare officers
- Signpost clubs to the right advice and guidance
- Work with club welfare officers to create a safer culture within the organisation
- Facilitate local training opportunities and events
- Create networks so that volunteers and staff feel better connected and informed
- Recognise, share and develop best practice
- Help raise awareness of safeguarding and welfare for young people and adults at local events
Please note, the Sport Welfare Officer role is not to advise or manage any welfare concerns. All concerns must be referred without delay in accordance with National Governing Body/Club Safeguarding Policy.
Safeguarding Matters in Sport and Physical Activity
Our short animation explains why safeguarding is essential and how it helps create safe, welcoming and inclusive environments for everyone to take part. We know welfare responsibilities can sometimes feel challenging. That’s why our Sport Welfare Officers are here to support clubs with guidance, advice and practical help. If you’re involved in running or supporting a club in Kent or Medway, watch the film and get in touch to discuss how we can help you.
