Safeguarding Lead Profile

Neil McCarthy is a qualified and practising Social Worker, first registered in 1996. With more than 30 years’ experience, he is highly trained in safeguarding (Level 5) and trauma-informed practice. Neil currently works at Director level within the private sector and brings extensive professional safeguarding expertise into our martial arts environment.

Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)


Neil McCarthy

UK Kung Fu School – Designated Safeguarding Lead

Email: neil@ukkungfu.com

Tel: 07980 945378

The UK Kung Fu School is a registered member of BMABA CIC, who serve as our independent Safeguarding Governing Body.


BMABA can be contacted directly for safeguarding concerns at safeguarding@bmaba.org.uk or 01798 306546.

Neil is committed to ongoing professional development in social work, safeguarding, and martial arts—both inside and outside the training hall. His priority is ensuring a safe, supportive training environment for children and adults alike. To uphold the highest standards of coaching, he has completed extensive safeguarding and professional training, including: