In summary:
- If a member of staff or volunteer is dismissed or resigns before being dismissed for misconduct that relates to the harm, or risk of harm, to a child or vulnerable adult the employer must refer the matter to the DBS. If the member of staff is registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC), the employer must also make a referral to the EWC.
- If a member of staff or volunteer who is registered with the EWC is dismissed or resigns before being dismissed for misconduct that does not relate to the harm, or risk of harm, to a child or vulnerable adult the employer must refer the case to the EWC.
- If a member of staff or volunteer who is not registered with the EWC (eg caretaker) is dismissed for misconduct that does not relate to the harm of a child or vulnerable adult, the employer should deal with the case under their own disciplinary procedures.