Background Checks on Educators and Non-Teaching Staff in Government Schools

Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament

Mr Darryl David, Ang Mo Kio GRC

Question

To ask the Minister for Education what types of background safeguarding checks are done for all educators and non-teaching staff who work in all Government schools including primary, secondary and post-secondary schools.

Response

1. As part of the hiring process, MOE conducts pre-employment background checks on all prospective employees being considered for teaching and non-teaching positions to ensure student safety and uphold the professional conduct expected of MOE staff. These checks include screening applicants for past criminal records with the Police, conducting reference checks with their previous employers or referees, and performing credit screening for those applying for finance-related positions.