Tender for Provision of Employee Screening Services

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    "description": "We are seeking a reliable, efficient, and experienced provider to deliver comprehensive employment checks for new starters across our schools and central team. The successful provider will support our commitment to safer recruitment, statutory compliance, and candidate experience.\nThe provider must deliver pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidance, regulatory frameworks, and best practice. This includes:\nIdentity verification\nRight to work in the UK\nEnhanced DBS checks (with or without barred list, depending on role)\nOverseas criminal checks (where applicable)\nProhibition from teaching and section 128 checks\nQualification verification (e.g. QTS, degree certificates)\nEmployment history checks and gap analysis\nReference checks (minimum two references, including most recent employer covering 2 years)\nMedical fitness declaration\nDisqualification by association (where applicable)\nTeacher sanctions or restrictions (including EEA checks if relevant)\nCredit checks (for roles with financial responsibility)\nSocial media screening\nDigital ID verification",
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