Safe Job Searching
Your guide to staying safe while searching for teaching and education jobs
Stay Vigilant
SherbertJobs, or representatives of SherbertJobs, will never contact you directly representing a vacancy or asking for personal information. If you receive such contact, please block and report it immediately.
Never Share This Information
Never disclose the following information in response to a job advertisement or include on your CV
- National Insurance number
- Driving licence number
- Passport number
- Bank details
- Credit card details
- Date of birth
Warning Signs of Job Scams
Watch out for these common red flags when applying for positions
Be suspicious if:
- You're asked for money upfront
- The salary seems too good to be true
- Poor spelling and grammar in communications
- Vague job descriptions
Also watch out for:
- Requests for personal documents immediately
- Generic email addresses (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.)
- Pressure to respond quickly
- No proper company contact details
Safe Job Searching Best Practices
Follow these guidelines to protect yourself while job hunting
Do:
- Research the school/organisation thoroughly
- Verify contact details independently
- Trust your instincts
- Keep records of all communications
Always:
- Use official school websites to verify jobs
- Read job descriptions and person specifications thoroughly
- Meet in person or via video call
- Report suspicious activity
JobsAware Partnership
We partner with JobsAware to help protect job seekers
SherbertJobs is proud to support JobsAware, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fighting employment fraud and protecting job seekers from scams.
JobsAware provides valuable resources and guidance to help you stay safe while job searching, and maintains a database of known fraudulent recruiters and job scams.
How to Report Job Scams
If you encounter a scam, report it to these authorities
Report to Authorities:
- Action Fraud: Report online or call 0300 123 2040
- JobsAware: Submit a report
- Citizens Advice: Get help and advice
Need Help?
If you have questions about job safety or need to report suspicious activity, we're here to help.
