Coach, Manager, Volunteer Education & Support Policy.
MOY DAVITTS GAA Club will follow the Guidance on Recruitment and Selection in “Our Games Our
Code” published by the GAA.
1. Role clarification
The role envisaged for each person and the age group that it is proposed they should work with and the
responsibilities relating to the role and the level of experience or qualifications required will be clarified
at the outset. Key liaison person is Head Coach.
2. Role assistance
All personnel will be required to have at least a Foundation Level Coaching Certificate and Child Welfare
Training. The club will facilitate these requirements.
3. References
As part of the recruitment process references will be sought from applicants who have moved to the
area in the previous 12 months. These may refer to the person’s character and if applicable to the
applicants previous background in sports and in Gaelic Games, if applicable. All references will be
verified by the club.
4. Garda Vetting.
All applicants are required to complete Garda Vetting, prior to the commencement of their role(s) with
young people in the club.
5. Meet the applicant.
The Club’s Head Coach will meet with each applicant to ensure that they are aware of the role(s)
allocated to them and use the occasion to clarify any issues that may arise and identify any coaching or
up-skilling needs as appropriate.
6. Code of Behaviour for all Persons Working with Underage players
All persons who work with young people will be required to sign the Code of Behaviour. This declaration
will be retained by the Club in respect of everybody working with underage personnel, regardless of
their role.
7. Child Welfare Training
All persons working with underage players are required to undertake recognised Child Welfare Training
provided by the club.
8. Support and Review
Continuous supports, as requested, will be made available to all coaches etc so as to enable them fulfil
their roles.
