A single central record (SCR) – sometimes referred to as a single central register – is a statutory requirement for all schools and academies in England and Wales to keep and maintain one single record of pre-appointment vetting checks, regulated activity, and recording information of all staff. These checks will help identify whether a potential staff member may be unsuitable to work with children (and in some cases is legally prohibited from working with children and/or working as a teacher). These checks are an essential part of safeguarding, carried out to help employers check the suitability of candidates.