Do you need DBS checks for contractors working in schools, such as electricians or plumbers? What if they work outside of school hours, or outside the building? What if the work will only take a couple of days at the school? What type of DBS check will be needed? We’ve been asked all these questions … Read more
What is Unregulated Activity? By definition, Unregulated Activity is simply anything that isn’t classified as Regulated Activity. By default, job roles are Unregulated Activity unless stated otherwise. In schools, unregulated activity is simply anything that isn’t a regulated activity. What is Regulated Activity? Since Unregulated Activity is simply defined as “anything that isn’t Regulated Activity”, it’s … Read more
Is A DBS Check For Taxi Drivers Really Required? A DBS check for taxi drivers and private hire drivers is essential to work as a taxi driver. The Department of Transport statutory guidance states that all taxi and private hire drivers are required to have an Enhanced DBS Check in place for their application. If … Read more
Introduction – DBS Security Staff Checks DBS Security Staff Checks – People working as security staff require a DBS check because of their role, but what level of DBS is needed? The short answer is that, Security guards (who require an SIA licence) need to have a Standard DBS check to be able to perform … Read more
If you work in Education, you know that OFSTED ratings are extremely important – having a standardised way of comparing schools can be useful for parents. It is often their first consideration when it comes to choosing a school for their children to attend. Making sure that staff at schools have regular Ofsted DBS checks … Read more
What Is The Police National Computer? The Police National Computer (PNC) is involved in all DBS checks, regardless of the level. The PNC is a database that is used by the police and other organisations, such as: The PNC contains information on criminal offences committed by people over the age of 10 (the age of … Read more
Childminder DBS checks are an important part of the safeguarding process in the UK. Childminders are required by law to have an Enhanced DBS Check, as they are essential for anyone working with children in a caring capacity to ensure the safeguarding of children. As the job involves working directly with children, regularly (Defined by … Read more
“DBS TRACKING STAGES“ What happens after you have completed your DBS application? You have filled out the application, sent it off, and now it is out of your hands. So what happens after you hit submit? Our DBS services are not only fast and reliable, we pride ourselves on being open and transparent and keeping … Read more
How much does a DBS check cost? The DBS check cost varies depending on who you are using to carry out the check! If you’re an employer getting checks for your staff, it’s only possible to get DBS checks via a 3rd-party provider, like Aaron’s Department. These providers set their own administration fees, so the … Read more
If you’re looking for a CRB check for your staff but can’t seem to find any, there’s a simple explanation: CRB Checks have been replaced by DBS Checks. This change took place in 2012 when the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) merged with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) to form the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). … Read more