Safeguarding September with TDA - 10 Key pointers in recruitment.

September is all about Safeguarding and what you need to stay compliant. Need some answers? Email us a question and we'll answer... easy

In the meantime, take a moment to consider these key pointers in the safeguarding policy and procedures consistent in your practice.


1) Does your recruitment policy state you will be consistent and transparent? Ensure staff are judged competent before selection. 

2) Involve more than one person when shortlisting applicants for interview, and at least 2 people conducting a face 2 face interview. 

3) Have you ever considered safeguarding your practice when writing a job advert? Central to this is attracting high quality candidates.

4) Advertise employment posts through selected media to attract high quality applicants from diverse backgrounds. 'Retain your staff'

5) When writing a job advert, make sure to add a CRB check is required to safeguard children and adults within your business. 

6) Safeguard your practice when recruiting. Ensure new staff follow a consistent and thorough induction procedure BEFORE taking on tasks.

7) Keep you business safeguarded, attract the best candidates to set a high quality staff benchmark to use for future applicants. Recruitment systems = Less stress, more time and a business moving forward together.

8) Be sure to use an approved recruitment interview score sheet when interviewing candidates. 'SYSTEMS'

9) It's important to TEST the systems you use to evaluate the effectiveness. Use a training feedback form when conducting inductions.

10) Be sure to use a high quality recruitment space when trying to attract good quality candidates. We recommend www.dentalangels.co.uk

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