Team Sukata – Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy

1. Statement of Commitment

Team Sukata is fully committed to providing a safe, positive and supportive environment for all children and young people.

We recognise our duty of care under:

• Children Act 1989 & 2004
• Working Together to Safeguard Children (HM Government)
• Keeping Children Safe in Out-of-School Settings (2020)
• Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts (Sport England)
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

Our priority is the physical and emotional wellbeing of every child.

2. Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Name: Thayanne Oliveira

Role: Owner & Head girl Instructor

Responsibility:

• Receiving safeguarding concerns
• Documenting incidents
• Contacting appropriate authorities if needed
• Ensuring staff follow safeguarding procedures

A second DSL can be appointed in 2026 (ex: Mario Sukata) for additional support.

3. DBS