Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct for Spectators and Parents/ Carers

I will:

• Celebrate effort and good play from both sides.
• Always respect the match officials and coaches and encourage players to do the same.
• Stay behind the touchline and within the designated spectator's area (where provided).
• When players make mistakes, offer them encouragement to try again next time.
• Never engage in or tolerate offensive language or behaviour.

Code of Conduct for Coaches, Team Managers and CSFA Officials

On and off the field, I will:

• Always show respect to everyone involved in the game.
• Stick to the rules and celebrate the spirit of the game.
• Encourage fair play and high standards of behaviour.
• Always respect the match officials and encourage players to do the same.
• Never enter the field of play without the referee’s permission.
• Never engage in or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive behaviour.
• Be aware of the potential impact of bad language on others.
• Be gracious in victory and defeat.
• Respect the facilities home and away.

When working with players, I will:

• Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each player above everything.
• Never tolerate any form of bullying.
• Ensure all activities are suited to the players’ ability and age.
• Work with others (eg officials, doctors, welfare officers, physiotherapists) for each player’s best interests.
• Make myself familiar with safeguarding practices and review guidance on physical contact (5.6) and acceptable behaviours when working with young people (5.7) documents on the safeguarding section of EnglandFootball.com.
• Not sign on any players from the representative squad who are already playing at clubs for any grassroots team with which I may be connected. I accept that, in the standard code of rules (SCORY), clubs cannot approach players during the season unless they make a seven-day approach, contacting the club to which the player is registered.

Code of Conduct for Players in Schools' Football

When playing football, I will:

• Always play my best for the benefit of the team.
• Play fairly and be friendly.
• Play by the rules and respect the match officials.
• Shake hands with the other team – win or lose.
• Listen carefully to my coach and understand that a coach has to do what is best for the
  team.
• Talk to someone I trust or the designated welfare officer if I am unhappy about anything.
• Encourage my team mates.
• Keep my self-control, not retaliate and not use foul or abusive language.