One of the most important areas in which we provide advice and guidance at Class is compliance rules for Early Years workers and nurseries in Bristol.
It is critical for nursery staff and managers at Early Years settings to understand compliance requirements and adhere to relevant legislation.
As a leading Early Years recruitment agency in Bristol, our team of experienced consultants help both nursery workers and settings to remain compliant in all aspects of recruitment and day-to-day nursery operations.
All candidates registered with Class are thoroughly vetted in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) statutory guidance from the Government.
This document outlines the legal duties of Early Years settings to protect children from harm and to promote safe recruitment within the sector.
Initially, we conduct a phone interview with every candidate to ensure they have childcare experience based within the UK.
Some candidates may have alternative experience, such as babysitting, and our Early Years recruitment team in Bristol carefully reviews all CVs.
We also confirm that a candidate has a clear DBS check before proceeding.
A DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service check) is a UK criminal record check that helps us determine if a candidate is suitable for a job involving work with children.
Another important element when it comes to compliance rules for Early Years workers and nurseries in Bristol is gaining references from previous employers over the last five years (or from the age of 18).
Class will gain two references, one of which must be a professional referee.
Other documentation we obtain as part of our compliance requirements is:
Passport/Driving Licence/Birth Certificate
Two proofs of address dated within the last three months
National Insurance Number document
Photograph of the Early Years worker
An up-to-date CV covering all employment back to age 18 (with any work gaps explained, such as travelling, a gap year, or maternity leave)
Early Years Certificate (including English GCSE and First Aid if relevant)
Work Permit or Student Working Hours Letter
At the face-to-face interview stage, we ask candidates to provide referenceable Early Years experience from within the last five years.
References must also come from a verified email address.
At Class, we verify all candidate qualifications.
During our vetting process for each candidate, there are certain steps we must follow to ensure adherence to compliance rules for Early Years workers and nurseries in Bristol. These include:
Taking any relevant Early Years references
Completing an enhanced DBS Check and using the On The Update service
Checking and verifying Early Years qualifications using the Ofqual website.
Verifying candidate ID online using Trust ID.
Overseas Police Check (if applicable)
It can take up to six weeks for the completion of a full DBS Check, although we typically see compliance rules for Early Years workers in Bristol finished and formally signed off within 1-2 weeks.
It is important to note that any nursery setting in Bristol looking to take on new candidates should work with a recruitment agency that is rigorous and compliant. It is imperative to follow relevant rules, guidance and legislation.
To find out more about compliance rules for Early Years workers and nurseries in Bristol, please call us on 0117 930 4000.