Demystifying the Single Central Record

A deep dive into the mandatory requirements of the Single Central Record (SCR), designed to turn complex statutory guidance into actionable school practices.

Overview
This course provides school leaders, safeguarding teams, and administrative staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to understand, maintain, and quality-assure the Single Central Record (SCR) in line with statutory safeguarding requirements and inspection expectations.

Through step-by-step guidance, real-life examples, and common compliance scenarios, participants gain clarity on what the SCR is, why it matters, what must be recorded, and how to avoid the most frequent errors identified during inspections. The course simplifies complex guidance, enabling staff to confidently create, audit, and evidence a compliant SCR that protects children and demonstrates robust safer recruitment practice.

Who Should Attend?
– Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) and Deputy DSLs
– School Principals, Headteachers, and Senior Leaders
– HR Managers and Recruitment Officers
– School Business Managers and Operations Teams
– Governors, Trustees, and Proprietors
– Administrative staff responsible for staff records
– New leaders or staff with SCR responsibility
– Schools preparing for inspections or safeguarding audits

Objectives
– Understand the Purpose of the SCR
– Identify Statutory Requirements
– Maintain an Accurate and Compliant SCR

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