Accredited Safer Recruitment Initial Training (bespoke in-school)

Our Safer Recruitment course provides nationally accredited training, delivered by experienced and accredited trainers, designed specifically for education settings. As Devon Local Authority, we also incorporate Devon-specific procedures, local safeguarding pathways, and contextual information to ensure your practice is fully aligned with local expectations.

A key element of the training is strengthening participants’ understanding of the Single Central Record (SCR) — what must be included, how to maintain compliance, and how to ensure it meets inspection requirements.

Safeguarding is central to every organisation working with children. Effective safer recruitment is a vital part of creating a culture where children are protected and staff feel confident in their responsibilities.

This course includes:

• Nationally accredited safer recruitment training
• Devon-specific safeguarding information and local processes
• Understanding offender behaviour and how it informs recruitment
• Key features of safer staff recruitment
• Clear guidance on SCR requirements and expectations
• Review of policies and practices, including the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education updates