Music Academy Midlands Ltd
1 Aversley Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham, B388PD
08091113
0121 630 3653

Statement of Vetting, Monitoring Procedures & Safeguarding Compliance

Safeguarding Children & Safer Recruitment

Music Academy Midlands Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We ensure that all staff deployed in schools adhere to rigorous safeguarding standards, complying with all relevant UK legislation and guidance, including the Department for Education’s Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) and the Safer Recruitment Consortium’s guidelines.

Please find below a summary of the checks and procedures Music Academy Midlands Ltd conducts to ensure all staff are suitable to work in educational settings.

1. Identity Check

We verify each applicant’s identity through original official documents, such as a passport, driving licence, or birth certificate, combined with proof of address. Candidates are required to provide identity verification on arrival at the school, and schools are encouraged to perform an additional ID check.

2. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

An Enhanced DBS Disclosure is obtained for all staff working in regulated activity, which includes checks against the Police National Computer (PNC), local police records, and the lists held by the Disclosure and Barring Service. This ensures that all staff members are suitable to work with children. Where applicable, annual update checks are conducted for staff who remain with us over multiple academic years.

3. Children’s Barred List (List 99)

We perform a Children’s Barred List Check (List 99) on all applicants to ensure they are not prohibited from working with children. These checks are renewed annually.

4. Prohibition from Teaching Check

A Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition Check is carried out for all staff, ensuring they are not prohibited from teaching or conducting educational activities. This applies to both current and previous names.

5. Right to Work in the UK

We ensure that all staff have the right to work in the UK by verifying passports, visas, and any relevant documentation. This includes checks on foreign nationals and those who have spent time abroad.

6. Overseas Police Checks

For any staff who have lived or worked overseas, we conduct overseas police checks or obtain letters of good conduct to ensure there are no safeguarding concerns. This is in addition to their Enhanced DBS check.

7. Professional and Character References

We obtain at least two detailed references from previous employers, covering a minimum of five years. References are always checked to ensure they are genuine and come from verified sources.

8. Performance Monitoring and Feedback

Music Academy Midlands Ltd maintains a robust system for monitoring staff performance. Regular feedback is gathered from schools to ensure staff meet our high standards of conduct and professionalism. If any concerns are raised, they are addressed immediately.

9. Code of Conduct

All staff are trained in and expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct. They are made aware of the safeguarding policies, child protection guidelines, and expectations regarding behaviour in educational settings.

Confirmation for Schools

As a third party providing services in your school, Music Academy Midlands Ltd confirms that all necessary safeguarding checks have been completed for our staff in line with KCSiE 2023 guidelines. You are not required to obtain copies of certificates or vetting documents for your single central record.

If you have any concerns regarding a member of staff or need further information, please contact us directly.

Contact Information:

Phone: 0121 630 3653
Email: [email protected]

For any urgent safeguarding concerns, please contact our safeguarding lead:

Ryan Cush
Director, Music Academy Midlands Ltd
Phone: 07590630359
Email: [email protected]

Music Academy Midlands Ltd is fully committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. We value our partnership with schools and strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and safeguarding practices.