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Introduction – When Will A Criminal Record Be Cleared? In a world where DBS checks are used more and more often to assess suitability for a job, a criminal record can be a significant barrier to employment. For many individuals who have made mistakes in their past, the question of when, and if, their criminal … Read more

The other week, we posted some feedback left by one of our Summer interns, and here’s some more! Aleksandra has been helping our software development team in Skopje, improving the user experience, and boosting her personal experience with technologies such as PHP, JavaScript, MariaDB, Laravel, Vue, and others. Over the course of the internship, we’ve … Read more

Who Can I Talk To About My DBS Check? During your DBS application process, there may be times when you want to get an update, or double-check some information. Depending on what stage your application is at will affect who you need to talk to about your DBS check. Filling Out The Application – Who … Read more

Does A Foster Carer Need A DBS Check? – Introduction It is extremely important that people becoming foster carers provide a safe environment for the children in their care. Therefore, a DBS check must always be carried out to safeguard any children being fostered. As a foster carer, you will need to undergo a DBS … Read more

We get a lot of applications for receptionists at GPs, dentists, pharmacies, and other healthcare-related institutions, and often there’s a degree of confusion as to what level exactly is required. So, do GP receptionists need DBS checks? In this FAQ post, we’ll go over the regulations and eligibility requirements in place, and hopefully clear a … Read more

Does A DBS Check Come To Me or My Employer? When you apply for a DBS check, whether it’s a Basic DBS, Standard DBS, or an Enhanced DBS check, it’s often asked: Does a DBS check come to me or my employer? In this article, we’ll provide clarity on this issue and explain how DBS … Read more

Introduction to Standard DBS Check – Eligibility Guidelines Obtaining the correct level of DBS check for your staff is essential, and one of the most difficult levels of check to assess eligibility for is a Standard DBS Check. Eligibility guidelines can be a touch vague when it comes to Standard Checks, but there are many … Read more

How Is A DBS Check Done? A DBS check is a relatively simple process. As an applicant, all you are doing is entering information about yourself, and as an employer, you’re just checking there are no mistakes! How is a DBS Check Done? A DBS check is done by complete an application form. Once completed, … Read more

Introduction to Enhanced DBS Check – Eligibility Guidelines Obtaining the correct level of DBS check for your staff is essential not only for making sure that you are following legislative guidelines within your sector, but for safeguarding the children or Vulnerable Adults who will be in the same location as your employees, if not under … Read more

DBS checks are often required for recruitment decisions, so it is important that employers, and applicants, can do whatever they can to make sure the DBS check is returned as quickly as possible. What Is The Quickest Way To Get a DBS? There is no one way guaranteed to get a DBS quicker. However, there … Read more