Verifying a CACHE Qualification
Checking Suitability of Job Applicants

Qualifications and Certificates
Before taking on new staff, it is vital to ensure they are who they say they are. By requesting a Proof of Qualification we can confirm whether the certificates and claims of achievement of the applicant are genuine. If a potential employee requires a replacement certificate they are required to send this form and the approrpriate payment.
 Proof of Identity
Ask to see originals of two of the following:
- Passport
- Driving Licence
- Birth Certificate

References
Ask for at least two, one of which should be the previous or present employer.

Full Employment History Ask for a full history, and probe any gaps. Look for evasive answers that may indicate a criminal record, or a medical condition that makes them unsuitable for supervising children.

Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) Checks
Potential employers may request a Criminal Record Bureau (CRB) check, but this is not a CACHE requirement. The level of this disclosure is determined by the amount of contact that the candidate will have with children in the job. Since 3rd October 2005 the registered provider is responsible for having suitable vetting processes in place to safeguard children in their care. To find out more about CRB checks, visit the CRB website.
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