Every childcare setting has a legal duty to take all possible steps to prevent unsuitable people from gaining access to children in their care — and that duty starts with recruitment. This course examines the safer recruitment process in detail, covering the policies, checks, and legal obligations that protect children from the moment a vacancy is advertised.
What you’ll learn
- Understand what safer recruitment is and why it is critical in childcare settings
- Know the steps needed to make your recruitment process as robust as possible
- Understand the checks required for staff, volunteers, contractors, and visitors
- Know the importance of a thorough induction and an appropriate probationary period
- Understand the laws and statutory requirements governing safer recruitment in early years
- Know what policies your setting must have in place
Who it’s for
Nursery managers, owners, deputies, and any staff involved in the recruitment, induction, or supervision of new employees and volunteers.
What’s included
- NFAQ-accredited completion certificate
- Evidence for compliance & Ofsted audit
- Media-rich learning with voiceovers
- Learn on any device, at your own pace
Accredited by NFAQAll of our courses carry NFAQ accreditation, giving you recognised evidence of completion for compliance and Ofsted audit.
Training a whole team?
Buy multiple licences, or give every member of staff unlimited access with the Training Portal from £5 per learner.
