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Recruitment Policy 

Our Commitment to Safe and Ethical Recruitment 

At OFH Care, we are committed to safe, ethical, and person-centred recruitment in the health and social care sector. Every team member plays a crucial role in supporting individuals through mental capacity assessments and brain injury case management. Our recruitment process ensures that all staff meet the highest professional standards while reflecting our values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Before joining OFH Care, all candidates must complete a series of pre-employment checks designed to confirm their identity, qualifications, and suitability to work with vulnerable people. These checks reflect our commitment to creating a secure and trusted environment for both staff and service users. 

Mandatory Documentation for Employment 

To maintain our high standards and comply with UK care sector regulations, candidates must provide and verify the following documents before employment begins:
  • Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: Ensures fairness, diversity, and equal opportunity throughout the recruitment process. 
  • Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: Confirms that applicants are suitable to work with vulnerable adults and children, and have no relevant criminal history. 
  • Full Employment History: A complete record of previous employment, including explanations for any gaps, to ensure transparency and accountability. 
  • Health Questionnaire: Confirms that the candidate is medically fit to perform their role safely and effectively. 
  • Evidence of Qualifications and Training: Demonstrates the applicant’s competence & readiness to meet the demands of the role. 
  • No candidate will be permitted to begin work until all documentation has been reviewed and approved by OFH Care’s recruitment and compliance team. 

Pre-Employment Safeguarding Checks 

As a regulated health and social care provider, OFH Care takes the safeguarding of its clients and staff extremely seriously. Managers must ensure that every applicant satisfies the following conditions before starting work:
  • A satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure and ISA barred list check must be received. 
  • All professional references must be verified and documented. 
  • Where relevant, the applicant’s registration or professional membership (e.g. NMC, HCPC, SWE, BABICM) must be confirmed. 
  • These measures ensure that only suitable, qualified, and trustworthy individuals are appointed to roles involving direct care or case management. 

Exceptional Circumstances Policy 

We understand that urgent staffing needs can occasionally arise, especially in critical care settings. In such exceptional circumstances, a candidate may begin work under strictly controlled conditions, provided that a thorough risk assessment has been completed and the following safeguards are in place:

  • Pre-Employment Checks: References, qualifications, and employment history must be verified before the candidate starts. 
  • Enhanced DBS Application Submitted: The candidate must have formally applied for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. 
  • Provisional DBS Check: A satisfactory provisional check must be obtained before any work commences. 
  • Ongoing Supervision:The candidate will work under close supervision of OFH Care staff until full DBS results are received. 
  • Additional Safeguarding Checks: For roles involving “regulated” or “controlled activities” under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 (as amended 2015), registration under the Disclosure and Barring Service must be verified. 
  • This exception is used only in rare cases and always prioritises the safety and well-being of service users. 

Responsibilities of Managers 

Managers play an important role in maintaining safe recruitment practices across OFH Care. Their responsibilities include: 

  • Conducting all pre-employment checks thoroughly and consistently. 
  • Monitoring the progress of pending DBS applications. 
  • Supervising new starters who begin under exceptional circumstances. 
  • Ensuring all recruitment records are securely stored and auditable. 
  • These steps ensure that every new employee meets both legal and ethical standards before taking on responsibilities in a care or case management setting. 

Commitment to Compliance and Quality 

Our recruitment policy reflects OFH Care’s unwavering commitment to compliance, transparency, and safeguarding in health and social care recruitment. By maintaining rigorous checks and fostering a culture of accountability, we ensure our workforce is safe, skilled, and aligned with our values of compassion, professionalism, and trust. 

We believe that safe recruitment fosters safer care, protects our clients, empowers our staff, and upholds the integrity of the services we deliver. 

Interested in Joining OFH Care? 

We’re always looking for talented, compassionate professionals to join our growing team of case managers, mental capacity assessors, support workers, and other business roles. Whether you’re an experienced assessor, brain injury case manager, or healthcare professional, we’d love to hear from you.

Explore current opportunities and apply today. 

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