Club Information
& Governance.
Committee, Documents & More.
Transparency, trust and accountability are at the heart of everything we do at Heaton Stannington.
Here you’ll find our committee, key policies and all the information you need about our structure.
Meet the Committee
Chris Davison
Head of Junior Football
John Robinson
Junior Football Coordinator
Jess Carling
Club Administrator
Johnny Ward
Head of Girls & Women's Football
Martyn Gurr
Football Development Lead
Jamie Buttrick
Secretary
Steven Whillans
Foundation Years Lead
Matt Harris
Social Media
Gary Davison
Safeguarding Officer
Cris Popovici
Referee Mentor
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should I contact if I have a question about my child’s team?
Your team manager should always be your first point of contact for team-specific questions, including training, fixtures and general team matters. If they can’t help, they can direct you to the appropriate member of the Junior Committee.
What should I do if I have a concern about my child?
Please speak to your team manager in the first instance unless the concern relates to safeguarding. Safeguarding concerns should be raised directly with the club’s Welfare Team using safeguarding@heatonstan.co.uk.
How do I make a complaint?
We encourage concerns to be resolved calmly and at the appropriate level wherever possible. If a matter cannot be resolved within the team, parents can follow the club’s formal Complaints Procedure, available in the Club Documents & Policies section below. General enquiries and complaints can also be sent to juniors@heatonstan.co.uk.
Where can I find the club’s policies and codes of conduct?
All key club documents are available on this page, including our Safeguarding, Equality, Anti-Bullying, Complaints and Disciplinary policies, along with Codes of Conduct for players, parents, guardians and spectators.
Who runs Heaton Stannington Juniors?
Our junior section is run by a committee of volunteers, with specific responsibilities covering football development, safeguarding, administration and the wider running of the club. You can see the committee members and their roles above.
How can I get involved with the club?
Heaton Stannington Juniors relies on volunteers to provide opportunities for our players. Whether you’re interested in coaching, helping at events, refereeing or supporting the club in another way, we’d love to hear from you. Contact juniors@heatonstan.co.uk to get involved.
Club Documents & Policies
Our Club Standards
At Heaton Stannington Juniors, we pride ourselves on being a forward-thinking, welcoming, and respectful club. To ensure every player and volunteer has the best possible experience, we operate under a clear Standards and Accountability Framework.
This framework is the foundation of our club and is expected to be understood and upheld by all members, parents, and coaches.
Standards and Accountability Framework
Turning our values into action. How we keep football safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for everyone at Heaton Stannington Juniors:
The Foundation: Our commitment to a safe and inclusive environment.
Expectations: Shared standards for our players, coaches, and parents.
Codes of Conduct for Players, Coaches, and Parents, Guardians and Spectators
Digital Standards: Safe and professional communication practices.
Role Specifics: Clearly defined responsibilities for those in positions of responsibility.
Accountability: A transparent process for resolving issues.
Our standards and policies are subject to an annual review cycle each June/July, ensuring our practices remain fully aligned with the latest FA guidance, evolving best practices, and the changing needs of our club and community.
Critical Points
The ‘Telling’ Culture: We are a club where everyone is expected to report concerns – from bullying to poor practice – immediately to the Safeguarding Officer via safeguarding@heatonstan.
co.uk Zero Tolerance: We do not tolerate discrimination or abuse in any form, whether on the pitch or online.
Fair Process: We use a structured approach to ensure that all complaints are investigated objectively and resolved through clear stages.
Every journey starts somewhere.
We’d love yours to start here.
Contact Us
Enquiries:
juniors@heatonstan.co.uk
Safeguarding:
safeguarding@heatonstan.co.uk
Complaints:
juniors.secretary@heatonstan.co.uk
