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Work Experience Safeguarding Checklist

A checklist for schools to use when arranging work experience placements, ensuring safeguarding requirements are met by both the school and the host employer.

Ages 14-16Ages 17-plusteachersschools

What's included

A two-page checklist for the designated work experience coordinator. Covers: employer vetting and risk assessment, DBS requirements for host staff who will be in regulated activity, pupil briefing on reporting concerns, emergency contact procedures, safeguarding expectations for the placement, and post-placement debrief. Includes a sign-off section for both the school and the employer.

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This is practical educational content to support families. For case-specific concerns about a child's safety, contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 or your local safeguarding team.

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