All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks
DBS Checks are criminal background checks that are there to protect employers and vulnerable people from harm and misdeeds. However, there is a lot of misinformation regarding DBS Checks out there, so we’ve put together this blog post to try and dispel some of the most common myths. So, without further ado, let’s take a… Continue reading Separating DBS Check Fact From Fiction – Myths Exposed
A school exchange is a good way for children and students to enjoy visiting different countries and cultures (or different parts of the UK) and for families to host them in their home. It is enriching for everybody and a valuable experience for many people. However, as hosting school exchange students involves direct supervision of… Continue reading A Guide To DBS Checks For School Exchange Host Families
Are you looking to hire some new staff to work in or for your charity? If so, you may be wondering how to improve the hiring process for your charity. Finding the most suitable people for different roles within your charity isn’t easy and comes with a unique set of challenges, depending on what your… Continue reading 5 Ways To Improve Staff Recruitment for Your Charity
A child safeguarding policy is one of the most important things that a business or organisation that involves working with children should have in place. Why? Because children are vulnerable to exploitation or attack from criminals or people with bad intentions. In this article, we’ll discuss what is meant by child safeguarding and how to… Continue reading The Importance Of Having A Child Safeguarding Policy In Place
More and more employers and organisations are requesting that new recruits get a criminal background check, known as a DBS Check. DBS stands for Disclosure and Barring Service and they process criminal record checks in England and Wales, with Disclosure Scotland processing them for Scottish applicants. In this brief guide, we’ll explore how DBS Checks… Continue reading How Are DBS Checks Processed?
