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Players Place

an area for the players

Check below for people that can help...

Think something isn't right?

Do you need help?

Can we support you?

We know that you may feel unsure about who to talk to or afraid of what could happen next. Please know that there are lots of people you can trust to help talk through whatever is on your mind. 

Contact our Safeguarding Team using the details below.

Helen Hever - Safeguarding Manager

Email: Helen.Hever@EssexFA.com

Phone: 01245 393098

Emily Reece - Safeguarding Support Officer

Email: Emily.Reece@EssexFA.com

Phone: 01245 393093

FREE ADVICE AND SUPPORT

cHILDLINE

Childline offers free, confidential advice and support. 

Whatever your worry, whenever you need help, simply call 0800 1111. 

Online, on the phone, anytime.

Childline Website

What happens when you contact childline?

Childline number - 0800 1111

A PLACE TO TURN TO

NSPCC

Every Child should have a place to turn too when they need it. 

Call 0808 800 5000

Every Childhood is worth fighting for.

NSPCC Website

What Happens when you contact NSPCC

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Know your rights

If you need further information, click below to visit the FA's Know Your Rights web page. 

Click Here

Are you keeping safe online? 

Click below and explore one of the six ThinkUKnow websites for advice about staying safe online.

Click Here

Codes of Conduct

The Respect codes of conduct are in place to ensure that everyone involved in grassroots football is playing their part to give players a positive experience.

Are you playing your part? 

Players Code of ConductMatchday environment pack for players

Essex county fa

Youth Forum

Young people aged between 15-24 have a new opportunity to help shape and develop the future of local grassroots football by joining the Essex County FA Youth Forum. 

If you're interested in learning more and applying for the Essex FA Youth Forum, please click below.