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FAQs : Do I have to tell an employer about my criminal record?

You have to declare all criminal convictions, or any still pending, unless they are ‘spent’. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from getting into your career.

Certain jobs and courses such as teaching, health and social work are ‘excepted’ from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA) and require that you disclose all convictions, even those that are spent.

If you have concerns about this ask your careers adviser for advice.

AGCAS
Steve Rook, University of Nottingham
Date: 
April 2011
 
 
 

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