What you will learn
This online Safer Recruitment in Education Training course offers an understanding of implementing effective safer recruitment practices to protect children and young people in educational settings and provides insights into the statutory requirements regarding policies and procedures.
By the end of the course you will be able to:
- Grasp the importance of safer recruitment practices in education.
- Understand relevant legislation and guidance.
- Design and implement an effective safer recruitment strategy.
- Identify essential elements of a safer recruitment job application pack for educational roles.
- Craft job advertisements aimed at attracting suitable candidates.
- Recognise the importance of thorough vetting procedures, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks and maintaining a Single Central Record.
- Learn effective methods for obtaining reliable references for candidates.
- Prepare for and conduct professional interviews and respond appropriately to any concerns.
- Implement continuous vigilance through post-appointment practices, such as developing comprehensive induction programs for new staff.
Modules
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1. Introduction to Safer Recruitment
2. Preparing to Recruit
3. The Selection Process
4. The Interview Process
5. Pre-Appointment Checks
In this module, you will examine the checks required before hiring a candidate in the education sector. The focus will be on understanding the details of the vetting process, including conducting DBS checks, maintaining a Single Central Record and verifying the professional status of a candidate.
6. Safer Working Practices Beyond Appointment
This module focuses on maintaining safer recruitment practices after hiring a new member of staff. You will learn about the importance of creating and developing induction training, as well as monitoring and supervising new staff and volunteers, to continue the safe recruitment process post-employment. Additionally, the module will address how to handle low-level concerns and confidential reporting for any issues related to newly appointed staff members.
Who is this course for?
- Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and their deputies.
- School Senior Leadership Team
- Teachers and teaching staff involved in the hiring process
- School governors and trustees
- School administration staff
- Anybody else involved in educational recruitment of new members of staff
This online Safer Recruitment in Education Training course is suitable for anyone involved in recruitment within an educational setting such as schools, colleges, MATs, nurseries, pupil referral units, residential education establishments, out of school clubs within a school, educational activity centres and SEN schools. This includes hiring full-time, part-time or volunteers such as governors. If you work in another sector, then our online Safer Recruitment Training course may be more suitable.
Certification
This online Safer Recruitment in Education Training training course is accredited by The CPD Group.
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be sent a personalised digital certificate as a PDF, enabling you to download and print it.
You can access a copy, reprint or download this certificate on our LMS (Learning Management System). This is your proof that you have been trained in safeguarding best practices and achieved compliance. The certificates include a verification number so anybody can authenticate the certificate’s legitimacy.
Our certifications include a renewal date but there is no legal requirement to renew your training and certificate within a specific timeframe. However, we do recommend that you arrange refresher training after 2 years as safeguarding guidance does change. You should update your safeguarding knowledge and skills regularly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is safer recruitment in education?
The safer recruitment process in education is designed to ensure that only individuals who are suitable to work with or volunteer with children and young people are hired. This involves more than just assessing a candidate’s professional abilities, it includes a thorough review of their background, including previous employment, any criminal history and character references. This comprehensive vetting process helps prevent the recruitment of unsuitable candidates, thereby maintaining a safe environment for children and young people.
Every school is required to have its own safer recruitment policy and procedures. These policies not only provide a clear, approved sequence of steps for recruitment to take but also demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children in their care. These policies ensure that all job applicants are appropriately and rigorously screened.
Why is safer recruitment important in education?
Safer recruitment procedures play an important role in protecting children from abuse in educational settings. Thoroughly screening and vetting potential staff during the recruitment process helps keep children and young people protected from predatory or harmful adults.
Is safer recruitment training mandatory in education?
Individuals applying for positions involving contact with or responsibility for children in education must undergo a safer recruitment process. Those staff members involved in the recruitment process should complete a safer recruitment training course so they understand safer recruitment processes and carry out all the relevant checks before they hire a candidate.
How often should safer recruitment training in education be updated?
Where can I find out more about each stage of the safer recruitment process?
We suggest referring to our online guide, titled ‘Safer Recruitment Checklist’, which comprehensively details each stage of the safer recruitment process in an easy-to-follow checklist format. This resource offers step-by-step guidance for every phase of recruitment, ensuring you can effectively adhere to and fulfil all necessary sections. It’s an invaluable tool for anyone engaged in safer recruitment, aiding in the implementation and standardisation of best practices across the recruitment process.
