Single Central Record (SCR) Checklist – KCSIE Compliant (September 2025)

Stay inspection-ready and safeguard compliant with the latest Single Central Record checklist built for UK schools and colleges.

Product Overview

Ensure your school or college meets statutory safer recruitment obligations with this fully updated Single Central Record (SCR) Checklist – September 2025 Edition. This robust, editable document aligns with Part 3 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025, and supports educational settings in preparing for Ofsted inspections.

What’s Inside?

This practical tool guides you through:

• ✔️ Mandatory checks for all staff, supply, agency, and volunteers

• ✔️ SCR content essentials (DBS, identity, qualifications, right to work, etc.)

• ✔️ Section 128 directions for management roles

• ✔️ Barred list and prohibition checks with clear formatting

• ✔️ Additional overseas checks per KCSIE ¶286–290

• ✔️ Agency & third-party staff compliance

• ✔️ Optional (but recommended) fields like safeguarding training and check ownership

Includes a printable audit tool to track each check with columns for “Yes / No / Actions” – perfect for safeguarding leads and Ofsted prep.

🏫 Who It’s For:

• Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)

• HR Managers & School Business Leaders

• Headteachers & Deputy Heads

• MAT Compliance Officers

• College Admin Teams

🔐 Key Benefits:

• ✅ Ofsted-Ready: Covers exactly what inspectors will check under Part 3 of KCSIE

• ✅ Fully Editable Format: Customize to match your school’s roles and checklists

• ✅ Peace of Mind: Confidence that no statutory check is missed

• ✅ Centralised Tracking: Designed for both single-site schools and MATs

⚙️ Format & Delivery:

• Instant digital download (.PDF format)

• Fully compliant with KCSIE 2025 & School Inspection Handbook 2024

• Updated: July 2025

• Easy-to-print or use digitally on secure systems

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Call to Action:

Ensure your SCR meets every statutory requirement.
Add this essential compliance tool to your cart today and safeguard your hiring process!

References & Validation:

 KCSIE 2025 – GOV.UK