Proof of identity including a recent photograph.

Where required for the purposes of an exempted question in accordance with section 113A(2)(b) of the Police Act 1997 M1, a copy of a valid criminal record certificate issued under section 113A of that Act together with, after the appointed day and where applicable, the information mentioned in section 30A(3) of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 M2 (provision of barring information on request).

Where required for the purposes of an exempted question asked for a prescribed purpose under section 113B(2)(b) of the Police Act 1997, a copy of a valid enhanced criminal record certificate issued under section 113B of that Act together with, where applicable, suitability information relating to children (within the meaning of section 113BA(2) of that Act) or suitability information relating to vulnerable adults (within the meaning of section 113BB(2) of that Act).

Two written references, including a reference from the last employer, if any.

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

Documentary evidence of any relevant qualification.

Where relevant, documentary evidence of registration with SCW.

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

Evidence of satisfactory linguistic ability for the purposes of providing support to those individuals for whom the worker is to provide support.

Details of registration with or membership of any professional body.