The Voluntary Adoption Agencies Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010

Regulations 6(3)(c), 8(2)(c) and 15(3)(d)

SCHEDULE 2 INFORMATION REQUIRED IN RESPECT OF THE RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUAL OR PERSONS SEEKING TO MANAGE OR WORK FOR THE PURPOSES OF AN AGENCY

1.  Proof of identity including a recent photograph.

2.  Either —

where the certificate is required for a position that falls within regulation 9 of the Police Act 1997 (Criminal Records) (Disclosure) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2008 (1), an enhanced criminal record certificate within the meaning of section 113B (2) of the Police Act 1997 which includes suitability information relating to children (within the meaning of section 113BA (2) of that Act); or

in any other case, a criminal record certificate issued under section 113A of the Police Act 1997.

3.  Two written references, including a reference from the person’s most recent employer, if any.

4.  Where a person has previously worked in a position whose duties included work with children or vulnerable adults, so far as reasonably practicable, verification of the reason why the employment or position ended.

5.  Dates and documentary evidence of any relevant qualifications or accredited training of the person and if applicable, registration with an appropriate professional regulatory body.

6.  A full employment history, together with a satisfactory written explanation of any gaps in employment.

7.  Evidence that the person is physically and mentally fit for the purposes of the work which he is to perform or where it is unavailable for the person to obtain such evidence, a declaration signed by the person that he is fit.

(1)

S.I. 2008/542, the relevant amending instrument is S.I.2009/2495

(2)

1997 (C.50). Sections 113A and 113B were inserted by section 163(2) of the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005 (c.15) and amended by section 63(1) of, and paragraph 14 of Schedule 9 to the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 (c.47). Section 113BA was inserted by section 63(1) of, and paragraph 14 of Schedule 9 to the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.