Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or see here.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process.  If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.

Disclosure

Please read this form carefully and in full. I confirm and agree that:

- All information provided in my application, including employment history, self-declaration, and any medical questionnaires, is true and complete.
- I authorise Cornerways Homes to obtain references from my current and previous employer(s).
- References may include verbal or written information relating to my employment performance, conduct, punctuality, attendance, rehire potential, dates of employment, salary, qualifications, academic credentials, and overall suitability for employment.
- I authorise former and current employers and references to release relevant information, whether positive or negative.
- I knowingly and voluntarily release Cornerways Homes, my employers, and references from any liability arising from the giving or receiving of such information.
- I understand that any deliberate omission, falsification, or misrepresentation may result in rejection of my application or dismissal if employed.
- I confirm that I have not been subject to any investigation, disciplinary action, or enquiry relating to adult or child protection matters or inappropriate behaviour and that the information provided is correct to the best of my knowledge.
- I give my consent for references to be completed.