The worst-case scenario for providers is that an allegation is made against a member of staff and, during the investigation, it is discovered that the staff member was disqualified and you cannot demonstrate that you did all you could to employ suitable people. Because not all disqualifiable offences show up on DBS checks (for example, if a care order has been made), employers must show that the questions were asked of both new and existing staff by developing a form that requests the employee to make a declaration that they are not disqualified.
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