Applying for a DBS check can be a worry for some, especially those with some kind of criminal record. Let’s clarify what DBS checks include, the information they reveal, the evaluation process, and the potential implications for job applicants and volunteers. Can I Pass a DBS Check With A Criminal Record? First thing’s first, DBS … Read more
Is An ACRO Police Check The Same As A DBS Check? Put short: no! While the two types of check disclose similar information to the recipient, they are used for entirely different purposes. The Differences Between DBS Checks And ACRO Police Checks Usage While ACRO checks tend to be used for international purposes such as … Read more
We often get people asking us, “Can I track my DBS check application?” – this is one where the answer is the same no matter your circumstances. Whether you want to track your own DBS check or your employees’ checks, of course you can! DBS Checks are an important employer/employee tool. Being able to arrange … Read more
DBS checks help employers make more informed recruitment decisions, as well as sometimes being a legal requirement for certain roles. Do Employers Always Do DBS Checks Employers do not always do DBS checks. A lot of employers believe that it is good business practice to get all of their current, and potential, employees to go … Read more
If you need to contact the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) directly, there are different ways you can get in touch with them. Below are all the DBS contact details you may need. DBS Contact Details 03000 200 190 We’ve found that the fastest way to speak to a human at the DBS is by … Read more
Do Contractors Working in Care Homes Need A DBS Check? To answer the question, “Do contractors working in care homes need a DBS Check?” – yes, contractors working in care homes typically need an Enhanced DBS check. This is because care homes are considered to be “regulated activity” environments, and individuals working in these environments … Read more
Employers are under no obligation to pay for a DBS check, so they’re well within their rights to ask you to pay some or all of the costs. However, most employers will cover the cost for you, as it’s good business etiquette. Should I Pay For My Own DBS Check? Agency Work Some industries are … Read more
Pending convictions and allegations can often take months to be dismissed, or actions. If you decide to change roles during this time period, and it requires a DBS check, will the pending matters appear on your DBS Certificate? Do DBS Checks Show Pending Convictions? Basic and Standard DBS checks do not show any pending convictions … Read more
What Documents Do I Need For An Enhanced DBS Check? A common question we are asked is, “What documents do I need for an Enhanced DBS Check?” For an Enhanced DBS Check, ideally, you need to be able to provide the following documents: Identity documents are known as Primary Identity Documents (Group 1 documents), and … Read more
What is an Umbrella Body? What is an Umbrella body in relation to a DBS Check? A DBS Umbrella Body – also known as a Registered Body – is an organisation officially associated with the DBS, acting as a go-between between the DBS and organisations that require DBS checks for their staff or volunteers. An … Read more