Safer recruitment policy template
A policy that ensures safe, fair, and legally compliant recruitment practices, with a focus on safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
- Includes Safer recruitment policy template, plus 12 months’ access with all updates provided free of charge and notified to you.
- UK-specific accuracy.
- 341 words over 2 pages.
- Last updated 21/05/2025.
- Format: Word / plain text / email.
- Delivery: Instant download after purchase (no physical item).
- Access: Download link shown here after checkout.
- This Safer recruitment policy template will SAVE you up to 1 hour drafting & research. Save cost. Reduce risk.
Safer recruitment policy
1 Overview
1.1 This policy sets out how we ensure our recruitment practices are safe, fair, and compliant with safeguarding requirements. It applies to all roles, especially those involving contact with children, vulnerable adults, or sensitive information.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy applies to all employees, volunteers, agency workers, and contractors involved in the recruitment and selection of staff across the organisation.
3 General Principles
3.1 Our commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We take a proactive approach to identifying and reducing risks through robust recruitment
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Safer recruitment policy template
This policy supports a safe and compliant recruitment process, especially for roles involving children or vulnerable adults.
It outlines how we verify identity, right to work, references, and DBS checks, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated.
By adopting this policy, employers show a clear commitment to safeguarding and good hiring practice.
Practical application of a Safer recruitment policy template
- Issue the Safer recruitment policy template during onboarding / after changes / planned refresher.
- Send it to appropriate internal recipients such as employees, workers, contractors etc. and request confirmation that is has been read and understood.
Frequently Asked Questions about a Safer recruitment policy template
Frequently Asked Questions about a Safer recruitment policy template
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Safer recruitment policy template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is the Safer recruitment policy template compliant with 2026 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise it for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need more help, not just this template?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include this template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
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Why should I use this, and not AI to generate this template?
The risk of using a free AI-generated template 'without review' includes your legal exposure, missing context, and no awareness of the wider process. Purchasing from us mitigates that risk.
