Our Compliance Framework
Every New Horizon worker is thoroughly vetted and compliant before placement. Here's exactly what we check — and why it matters.
Why Compliance Matters
In healthcare, patient safety is non-negotiable. New Horizon operates a zero-tolerance policy for non-compliant placements. Every worker we place has been individually verified against current NHS and regulatory standards before their first shift.
Our compliance process is aligned with NHS Employers standards, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) requirements, and the Health and Care (Staffing) Act 2022.
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The Full Compliance Checklist
Every item below is verified for all workers before their first assignment and maintained throughout their time with us.
Identity & Right to Work
- Government-issued photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Right to work in the UK — verified in person
- Share code verification for non-UK nationals
- National Insurance number
Criminal Record Checks
- Enhanced DBS certificate (Adults and Children's barred list)
- DBS Update Service subscription maintained
- DBS renewed every 3 years or sooner if required by client
- Self-declaration of any pending investigations
Professional Registration
- NMC registration verified (for nurses) — real-time check at every booking
- HCPC registration verified (for allied health professionals)
- Registration alert set up on NMC/HCPC online system
- Fitness to practise history reviewed
Occupational Health
- Occupational health clearance letter from approved provider
- Hepatitis B immunity status confirmed
- TB screening (where indicated)
- Seasonal flu vaccination (encouraged)
- COVID-19 vaccination status recorded
Mandatory Training
- Basic Life Support (BLS) — renewed annually
- Moving & Handling Level 2 — theoretical and practical
- Fire Safety awareness
- Infection Prevention & Control Level 2
- Safeguarding Adults Level 2
- Safeguarding Children Level 2
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Information Governance / GDPR awareness
- Violence & Aggression awareness
- Comprehensive Training Matrix maintained and updated
References & Employment History
- Minimum 2 professional clinical references
- References covering last 3 years of employment
- Any gaps in employment history explained
- Previous agency/trust declarations
What Documents Will I Need?
Gather these before starting your application to speed up the process.
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All personal and compliance documentation is stored securely and processed in accordance with GDPR. We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). Documents are only shared with placement organisations on a need-to-know basis with your prior consent.
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