Welcome to the liveArgyll sports club and community group accreditation.
Our vision is that our communities and visitors lead richer and more active lives.
The provision of a high quality community organisation network is key to this and our accreditation scheme rewards organisations who are a safe, well organised and an effective club in the local community.
Accreditation is a simple step by step process that has been designed to make it as easy as possible for organisations to gain recognition for the work they do in improving their quality and infrastructure.
Our accreditation is valid for one year, and is open to all community groups and sports clubs who are based in Argyll and Bute.
| 20% facility booking discount for all liveArgyll pitches, school lets, halls and community centres excluding small meeting rooms. |
| 20% discount on any Child Protection,First Aid and Disability inclusion courses delivered by liveArgyll. |
| Recognition on the liveArgyll website, and use of liveArgyll Accreditation logo on club branding. |
| Support from professional staff within the Active Schools and Sport team (sports clubs only). |
How do groups become accredited?
Groups should register their intent to become accredited by completing the registration form below. Information on each of the criteria can be found under the form.
Sports Club and Community Group Accreditation
Online form for Sports Club and Community Group accreditation.
Club / Group Management Criteria and Support Documents
| Criteria | Evidence Required | Supporting Documents & Templates |
|---|---|---|
| Appropriate Public Liability Insurance (PLI) | Insurance certificate | Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations Insurance Guidance |
| Open and non discriminatory constitution | Signed and dated constitution to include the following policies: Photo and Video Policy Emergency Procedures Equity policy Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures | sportscotland Governance Advice |
| Affiliation or registration to Governing Body/Organisation or Registered with Office of Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) | Affiliation Certificate/Confirmation from awarding body | Sports Governing Body Links OSCR Information |
Safeguarding Criteria and Support Documents
| Criteria | Evidence Required | Supporting Documents & Templates |
|---|---|---|
| Safeguarding Policy (for groups with participants under 18yrs and/or vulnerable adults) | SBG/NGB recommended Policy or equivalent | NSPCC Advice on Policy Statements |
| Process in place for PVG checks (for groups with participants under 18yrs and/or vulnerable adults) | PVG Membership numbers for all coaches. Must be no more than three years old | sportscotland PVG guidance |
| Trained Child Protection Officer, (only for groups with participants under 18yrs and/or vulnerable adults) | CPO must have attended the Children’s First Child Well Being Protection Officer course or equivalent within the last three years. | sportscotland Child Protection Guidance or equivalent through other organisations such as NSPCC |
