Criminal Conviction Policy.
As an organisation assessing applicants’ suitability for positions which are included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order using criminal record checks processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), ACS Executive complies fully with the code of practice and undertakes to treat all applicants for positions fairly.
ACS Executive undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against any subject of a criminal record check on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.
ACS Executive can only ask an individual to provide details of convictions and cautions that they are legally entitled to know about. Where a DBS certificate at either standard or enhanced level can legally be requested (where the position is one that is included in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 as amended, and where appropriate Police Act Regulations as amended).
ACS Executive can only ask an individual about convictions and cautions that are not protected.
ACS Executive is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff or users of its services, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependants, age, physical/mental disability or offending background.
ACS Executive actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.
ACS Executive select all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience.
ACS Executive ensures that all those in ACS Executive who are involved in the recruitment process have been suitably trained to identify and assess the relevance and circumstances of offences.
ACS Executive also ensures that they have received appropriate guidance and training in the relevant legislation relating to the employment of ex-offenders, e.g. the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
ACS Executive makes every subject of a criminal record check submitted to DBS aware of the existence of the code of practice and makes a copy available on request.
ACS Executive undertakes to discuss any matter revealed on a DBS certificate with the individual seeking the position before withdrawing a conditional offer of employment.