Since many volunteering positions require certain safeguarding, it is very common for these roles to require a DBS check for volunteers to allow the individual to work. Whether it be a charity working with vulnerable adults/children, or a support worker, the voluntary position should be treated like any other, and have the correct procedures carried … Read more
One of the questions we get asked often is, “What if someone I live with is on the Barred List?” This is a very important question and, understandably, some people do worry about this situation, or avoid applying for roles where a check of the Barred list may take place. So, if this is you, … Read more
If you’re currently working as, or are hiring individuals to work as a Solicitor, it is important you follow the correct solicitor DBS check (formerly known as CRB) procedures. Not only is it important to have security for the firm’s sake, for example, handling sensitive documents, but it is also critical to give your clients’ … Read more
When getting a DBS check for employers, you must be aware of what the returned information means, so you can make an informed decision when hiring. Whether it is a Basic, Standard, or Enhanced DBS check, the returned DBS results are often the deciding factor for many employers when it comes to making a recruitment … Read more
Over the past year, we are still seeing a huge increase in the number of people working from home, resulting in more DBS work from home based DBS applications being requested. We answer some of the most common questions we have received about home-based DBS checks over the past year, from both employers and employees. … Read more
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks took over from the old CRB checks when the CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) and ISA (Independent Safeguarding Authority) merged in 2012. Since then, we’ve got a lot of questions. What is a DBS certificate? What do they show? Well, if you were wondering the same thing, you’re in … Read more
If you’re an employer or business, that needs to apply for a DBS check for their employees, then it’s important to know what you need. Requesting the wrong type of check or submitting the wrong information can lead to a delay in getting the DBS certificate, and could even require you to apply for a … Read more
In November 2020, major DBS changes were made to the criminal record disclosure rule regarding offences made. Warnings, reprimands and youth cautions will no longer be automatically disclosed on Standard or Enhanced DBS Checks, but this isn’t the only rule that has been changed. The multiple conviction rule has also been removed. This means that … Read more
DBS Transgender & Non-binary Applications DBS Transgender applicants may encounter a challenging experience when undergoing a DBS check. It’s completely understandable if you have reservations about revealing former names or genders to your employer due to concerns about potential workplace harassment. Regrettably, if proper measures to uphold confidentiality are not adhered to, there’s a risk … Read more
DBS Checks are a legal requirement, designed to help protect those who are vulnerable and in some cases, just provide peace of mind for an employer when making a recruitment decision. A DBS Cleaner check can sometimes seem confusing as it does depend upon the setting, which check will be needed for a cleaner. This … Read more