Status of role: voluntary position
After an independent safeguarding review of performance programmes, we established the wellbeing and protection Committee in 2023. This subcommittee of the board represents Scottish Gymnastics regarding child protection, safeguarding, and athlete wellbeing.
The wellbeing and protection committee will provide advice and guidance on all safeguarding matters ensuring practical, strategic, and operational support to deliver Scottish Gymnastics’ safeguarding strategic objectives.
Due to the resignation of a member, we are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual from our membership to join our wellbeing and protection Committee. This role is open to anyone with a strong commitment to child protection, safeguarding, and athlete wellbeing. In particular, we warmly welcome applications from members of the gymnast community, especially those who have faced challenges and can share their lived experience to help shape and improve safeguarding practices. If you fall into this category, please know that you do not need to have formal expertise in wellbeing and protection—your unique perspective is highly valued and can make a real difference.
We encourage applicants from a variety of backgrounds to apply, as we believe that a diverse committee will bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences, enhancing our ability to achieve our goals effectively.
Further information can be found within the member role profile.
As a member of this group, you will steer, advise, and challenge, where appropriate, the Scottish Gymnastics board of directors and all decision-making bodies within Scottish Gymnastics on wellbeing, protection and safeguarding matters as well as develop and drive forward the strategic objectives on wellbeing, protection and safeguarding and review the company’s performance against these. As well as act as an ambassador for wellbeing and protection in Scottish Gymnastics always promoting and embodying our culture and values.
It is envisaged a wellbeing and protection Committee member will serve for an initial period of two years. You must be a current Scottish Gymnastics member.
If you would like a chat about the role, please contact Lindsey Booth, head of wellbeing and safe sport on 07706328418 or by email at lindsey.booth@scottishgymnastics.org
If you are interested in this role, please submit an expression of interest detailing how your skills and expertise/lived experience fit with the role to hr@scottishgymnastics.org by 2 February 2026.