Employment checks made simple

Fast, Legally Compliant Checks for Safer Hiring

Manage DBS checks, Digital ID, Right to Work, references and more through one secure Employment Tools account.

Whether you need one check or thousands, Employment Tools makes screening simple to manage, with fast processing and real support when you need it.

Organisation managing employment checks online with Employment Tools
One account for your employment checks Manage applicants, track progress and keep your screening together in one secure system.
Government Registered Body Officially approved to process DBS’s, with years of specialist expertise.
Same-day DBS submission Complete applications received before 4pm are submitted the same working day.
Dedicated support Speak to a real person who understands the system and can help when you need it.
DBS Checks For Individuals

Individuals Can Now Apply For DBS Checks Without An Organisation

Need a Basic or Enhanced DBS Check but do not have an employer or organisation to process it for you? You can now apply independently through dbs-check.co.uk.

Already been asked to complete a DBS application? If you have received an email asking you to complete your DBS application through Employment Tools, please login here instead.
Apply independently

Need your own Enhanced DBS Check?

Apply through dbs-check.co.uk Start your application online without needing an organisation.
Online application Complete the application and required identity verification online.
No organisation required Designed specifically for people applying independently.
Employment Tools customer support team helping organisations with employment screening
Real support from real people Speak to a team that understands DBS checks, screening and the Employment Tools system.
Expertise You Can Rely On

Employment Screening Built Around Compliance

Employment checks are not simply an administrative task. Getting them right matters to your organisation, your applicants and the people you are responsible for protecting.

Employment Tools combines secure technology with specialist knowledge of DBS checking, identity verification and pre-employment screening. Our team helps organisations understand the checks they can request, complete applications correctly and keep their screening process moving.

Government Registered Body Approved to process DBS applications for organisations across the UK.
Compliance-led approach Processes built around the requirements governing employment screening.
Specialist human support Get help with applications and eligibility questions. No annoying chatbots!
Screening beyond DBS Manage identity, Right to Work, references and other checks in the same system.
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DBS Check Specialists

Employment Tools: A Leading Provider of DBS Checks

Process Basic, Standard and Enhanced DBS Checks online through Employment Tools, with specialist support whenever you need it.

Basic DBS Check
Basic

Basic DBS Checks

A Basic DBS Check shows unspent convictions and conditional cautions. It can be requested for any lawful purpose and is commonly used for roles that do not qualify for a Standard or Enhanced DBS Check.

Available for employers, organisations and individuals.
Basic DBS Checks
Standard DBS Check
Standard

Standard DBS Checks

Standard DBS Checks are available for specific roles and professions that meet the relevant legal eligibility requirements, including certain positions in financial, legal and other regulated sectors.

Eligibility depends on the duties and legal status of the role.
Standard DBS Checks
Enhanced DBS Check
Enhanced

Enhanced DBS Checks

Enhanced DBS Checks are available for eligible roles, including many positions involving children or adults where the duties meet the relevant legal requirements.

Eligible roles may also qualify for a check of the Children’s and/or Adults’ Barred List.
Enhanced DBS Checks
Why Employment Tools?

Expertise, Technology and Value You Can Rely On

Employment screening carries real responsibility. That is why organisations need more than software. They need a provider that understands the checks, the rules behind them and how to get them right.

Employment Tools combines specialist screening expertise with technology built to make checks faster and easier to manage. From DBS eligibility and identity verification to Right to Work, references and international screening, our platform is designed to give organisations confidence, control and better value.

DBS and Screening Specialists

Employment screening is at the heart of what we do. Our team understands DBS eligibility, identity requirements and the practical challenges organisations face when carrying out checks.

Government Registered Body

We are an approved Registered Body for DBS applications, giving organisations confidence that their checks are being processed through an established and recognised provider.

One Platform, More Control

Manage DBS checks, Digital ID, Right to Work, references, international checks and ongoing screening through one secure account instead of juggling multiple providers.

Affordable, Transparent Pricing

No sign-up fees, no monthly fees and no minimum spend. Use Employment Tools when you need us, and receive free admin credit to help reduce the cost of your checks.