Understand Key Safeguarding Requirements in Education

What is Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)?

Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) is statutory guidance that all schools and colleges in England must follow to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. Everyone working in a school or college must understand their safeguarding responsibilities.

For full details, refer to the latest KCSIE guidance issued by the Department for Education.

What is Safer Recruitment in Education? 

Safer recruitment is a set of practices to help make sure your staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children and young people. It's a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keep children safe from harm. For more information on safer recruitment please see Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3 p.52.

What is the Single Central Record (SCR), and why is it important?

The Single Central Record (SCR) is a mandatory document for all schools in the UK. It contains key information about staff qualifications, employment history, and background checks to ensure compliance with safeguarding regulations.

The SCR is critical for:

✅ Protecting children by verifying staff suitability.

✅ Meeting legal requirements under KCSIE.

✅ Ensuring compliance with Ofsted inspections.

For full details, see KCSIE Part 3, page 57.