Does it still apply? An amendment which came into force on 1 September 2018 means that disqualification by association rules no longer apply to teachers in schools. Schools are no longer entitled to ask their staff questions about cautions or convictions of someone living or working in their household.

Can I be disqualified by association?

What does disqualification 'by association' mean? Disqualification 'by association' meant you could be disqualified from providing childcare in a school setting because of an offence or offences committed by someone who lived in your household.

What does disqualified association mean?

'Disqualification by association' what does this mean? Disqualification by association is the shorthand for a requirement on schools to ensure that relevant staff and volunteers are not disqualified from engaging in childcare for early years or later years children.