Safer Recruitment in Education

Description

Course Overview:

This course focuses on safer recruitment practices in educational settings, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure effective safeguarding through recruitment. It covers legal frameworks, practical strategies, and best practices for hiring safely and responsibly.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand Safer Recruitment: Learn the importance of safer recruitment for safeguarding children.
2. Know the Legal Framework: Familiarize yourself with key legislation and guidelines.
3. Analyze Case Studies: Review real-world examples to learn from past recruitment failures.
4. Screen Applications: Develop skills to identify red flags in applications.
5. Manage References: Handle references and self-disclosures effectively.
6. Perform Checks: Conduct DBS and background checks and manage records.
7. Prepare Recruitment: Create strategies and policies for safer recruitment.
8. Conduct Interviews: Apply best practices in interview techniques.
9. Implement Induction: Design and execute a safe and comprehensive induction program.