Safer recruitment and employment | Cumberland Intranet

Pre-employment checks for safeguarding appointments

A list of pre-employment checks applicable for safeguarding appointments.

Safe recruitment guidance

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Safe and fair recruitment and induction practices

Procedures and guidance on the safe and fair recruitment of employees.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks

Information and guidance on Disclosure and Barring Service checks (DBS).

Ongoing obligations and required notifications

Professional registrations, e-learning, declaring a change in personal circumstances.

Safe procurement practices and the externally provided workforce

Procedures around engaging with contractors and externally provided workers, such agencies and consultants.

Addressing safeguarding allegations

Advice and guidance on addressing safeguarding allegations in the workplace.

Suitability of ex-offenders

Guidance on what candidates need to disclose, selection, assessment and fair treatment.