Safeguarding and Inclusion: Our Commitment
At Sovereign Taekwondo, the safety, welfare and inclusion of our members — particularly children and vulnerable individuals — always come first. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive environment where everyone can train with confidence.
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As an organisation with multiple member clubs, all Sovereign TKD clubs, instructors and volunteers are required to follow the same safeguarding standards and commitments, working towards and upholding the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts (Sport England's recognised safeguarding accreditation for martial arts clubs).
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Our instructors complete safeguarding and inclusion training appropriate to their roles, covering the recognition of abuse, appropriate conduct and effective communication. We regularly review our practices and carry out risk assessments to help maintain a safe environment for all participants.
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Sovereign has a designated Welfare Officer as a central point of contact for all member clubs. In line with TCUK recommendations, clubs with over 50 students also appoint their own Club Welfare Officer (CWO), providing an additional local point of contact.
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We encourage an open and supportive culture where any concerns can be raised appropriately, and handled sensitively and confidentially.
Sovereign Taekwondo adopts and operates under all current safeguarding and welfare policies issued by Taekwondo Council UK (TCUK). All safeguarding, welfare, conduct and associated policies can be accessed through the TCUK safeguarding section via the links below, alongside further information on the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts.
As these policies are maintained centrally by TCUK, updates automatically apply across all Sovereign TKD member clubs.
Safeguarding Procedure
At Sovereign Taekwondo, all safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and handled promptly, sensitively and confidentially.
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Emergency Situations — If someone is in immediate danger or requires urgent medical assistance, call 999 immediately.
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Report the Concern — Any safeguarding concern should be reported to our Club Welfare Officer (CWO), Jane Levett, as soon as possible. Please provide as much relevant information as you can.
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Confidentiality — Information will only be shared with those who need to know in order to safeguard the individual involved.
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Referral to TCUK — Sovereign TKD does not investigate safeguarding concerns internally. Jane Levett's role is to gather information and liaise directly with the Taekwondo Council UK (TCUK) Safeguarding Team, who will review the concern and advise on any necessary action.
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Further Action — Where appropriate, matters may also be referred to the police, social services, emergency services, or the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO).
Sovereign Taekwondo adopts and operates under all current safeguarding policies and procedures issued by Taekwondo Council UK (TCUK). All Sovereign TKD member clubs, instructors and volunteers are required to follow these standards.
Jane Levett also serves as the Acting Safeguarding & EDI Champion for TCUK.
Welfare Officer
Jane Levett
T: 07810 872 591
E: sovereignsafeguarding@gmail.com