Understanding Recruitment & Criminal Records in Northern Ireland
Event Information
About this event
Join Jonny Pardoe (Disclosure Specialist) from NIACRO for a one hour workshop where we look at the criminal justice system in Northern Ireland, background checks and best practice when assessing and processing criminal record information during recruitment. We have been running these sessions for over 3 years and get excellent feedack everytime.
Topics covered on the day include :
- A brief overview of the criminal justice system in Northern Ireland including the roles of the PSNI, PPS, Courts, Prisons and Probation services
- A look at the Rehabilitation of Offenders NI Order 1978 and subsequent changes to the legislation
- The AccessNI certificates vetting system and how to read information contained on a Basic, Standard or Enhanced Certificate
- Best Practice in recruitment when assessing and processing criminal record information
- A guide to 'Ban the Box NI' resources for HR/Recruitment Managers and suggested steps to take when reviewing your processes for employing people with criminal convictions
Tickets are limited for this event and these are issued on a first come, first served basis.
A follow up information pack will be sent to all attendees post event.
The workshop is aimed at employers who wish to make sure that their knowledge and practice around recruitment and vetting is up to date.
This event is online and will be using the Zoom platform. Link will be sent out to registered attendees and we will open up at 9.55am with the event starting at 10am sharp on the day.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact jonny.pardoe@niacro.co.uk
Some feedback from previous workshops...
Up to date and relevant examples give. Recent statistics. Engaging presenters.
1/29/2021 1:57 PM
Very informative & speakers very knowledgeable
2/4/2021 11:41 AM
There was a good balance of slides v's interactive activity. It covered a broad scope.
1/29/2021 2:25 PM
Great content and presenters. Everything explained really well and pitched to fit the audience. Will really help me to answer questions to member companies who are asking about the initiative.
1/29/2021 12:28 PM
Loads of info that can be taken away and digested
11/19/2020 7:09 PM
Relaxed and informative session around a complex subject
11/19/2020 2:47 PM
Informal yet professional approach, breakout sessions, ability to ask questions throughout
11/19/2020 1:35 PM