Compliance & Safer Recruitment

• Pre-screening summary
  Brief phone/video screen confirming role fit, availability, locations, salary/FTE, visa/RTW status, safeguarding awareness.
• Identity & address verification
  Government photo ID check plus proof(s) of address (e.g., utility/bank/tax document) and face-to-document match.
• Right to Work in the UK
  In-person or remote RTW check to current guidance (share code/BRP/visa recorded; expiry tracked).
• DBS & barred list
  Enhanced DBS certificate (number/issue date) or Update Service status check (with consent), plus children’s barred list check where regulated activity applies.
• Teacher Services checks
  Prohibition from teaching (all teaching roles) and Section 128 for leadership/management posts (including academy management roles).
• Qualifications & status
  QTS/ECT status and degree/subject for teachers; role-relevant certificates for support staff (e.g., finance, IT, exams/data).
• References & full employment history
  Recent professional references (school-based where possible), with explained gaps and outcomes noted.
• Self-declaration (shortlisted only)
  A confidential self-declaration form completed by shortlisted candidates covering relevant criminal history and medical fitness. We review with the candidate and share outcomes with the school before DBS results.
• Overseas background (if applicable)
  Overseas criminal record/letter of professional standing for periods living/working abroad (where available/appropriate).
• Role pack
  CV, concise competency snapshot (how they teach/work), vetting status, availability, and proposed interview windows.

Note: We share only what you need for compliance and onboarding. The school remains the regulated activity provider and is responsible for its SCR entries and decisions.