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Safer Recruitment Training
LEVEL: 2
certified by: CPD
topics: 3
assessment: 1
pass mark: 75%
duration: 30 minutes
downloadable templates
downloadable personalised certificate
professional voiceover
LAW & LEGISLATION
This course covers key points from:
- Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
- Data Protection Act 1998
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
- Childcare Act 2006
- The Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009
- Keeping Children Safe in Education
- Working together to safeguard children (2018)
CONTENTS:
This CPD-certified, level-2 e-learning course is suitable for anyone who works with children, young people, or adults at risk in their work or voluntary activities, and provides learners with a thorough understanding of what safer recruitment is, why it is so important, and guidance for every step along the recruitment process – as well as what needs to be done once the appointment has been made.
The course includes optional voiceover recorded by a professional actor and includes downloadable resources, culminates with an assessment and provides certification upon completion to evidence the learning provided. It is specifically designed to help learners have an in-depth understanding of why safer recruitment must be implemented in every organisation that has a responsibility for safeguarding, and what else can be done as part of a wider outlook to deter unsuitable candidates and behaviours.
introduction and preparation
Looking at what safer recruitment is and why it is vital, as well as full preparation for the process of recruiting new staff.
shortlisting and interviews
Best practice guidance for shortlisting and interviewing, including references and disclosures, and what you can do to discourage unsuitable candidates throughout these steps.
checking thoroughly and remaining vigilant
Everything that needs to be considered after you’ve decided on a candidate and before – and after –they’ve started employment with you.
EXTRA RESOURCES:
- Keeping children safe in education guidance
- Working together to safeguard children guidance
- Template interview record form
- Template application pack