The term Minimum Operating Standard (MOS) for sports coaches has been in use since the introduction of Sport England's Active Sport Programme in the late 1990's. A set of MOS were identified as part of this programme and were issued in the 1st edition of the Active sports Guide in March 2000. Core components were Child Protection, Equity and Disability.
'Minimum Operating Standards' are defined as requirements which apply to all coaches, regardless of their level of qualification or their sport and which are seen as the basic standards a coach needs to meet to be able to carry out their role safely and effectively.
The following are recommended Minimum Operating Standards, which coaches and coach employers should consider.
This workshop is aimed at any individual who is involved with coaching, leading or assisting within children's activities. It covers topics including good coaching practice, recognising signs of abuse and the correct course of action to take if concerns are raised.
Developed in partnership with the NSPCC’s Child Protection in Sport Unit, this workshop is the long-awaited follow-up to ‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children’ that qualified coaches are recommended to attend every three years. Instead of attending the same workshop again, coaches can now reinforce and strengthen their understanding of safeguarding without repeating the first workshop.
‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children 2’ differs from its predecessor in that it deliberately builds upon the practical experience you have already gained in your day-to-day role as a coach; giving you the chance to reflect upon as well as learn from other coaches’ experiences.
By completing this workshop you will be able to:
By reflecting and being aware of your feelings and thoughts, you are more likely to consider situations objectively and deal with them effectively whenever necessary. The workshop also prompts a review of practice to ensure your sport provides a positive and enriching experience for children and that, as a coach, your behaviour is always above reproach.
For details of when the next workshop will be run, please visit the workshop finder.
Attendees must have previously attended the first ‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children’ workshop.
This workshop is aimed at all coaches who wish to ensure that their coaching practices are fair and equitable and to raise coaches awareness as to the barriers that participants may face.
This workshop is aimed at all coaches and will provide them with tools to plan and adapt sessions accordingly and how to become more effective within their coaching practices.
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