All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks
People who are employed by or volunteer for charities often work with vulnerable adults or children as part of their duties. For this reason, safeguarding principles should be applied to ensure that vulnerable groups don’t come to harm. A requirement of most safeguarding policies is that people get a DBS Check done to make sure… Continue reading A Guide To DBS Checks for Charities
GP surgeries are a place for unwell people to visit and get help from a doctor. Therefore, a GP surgery is attended by many vulnerable people – both adults and children. For this reason, GP surgeries need to be very aware of safeguarding and make sure that there is a process in place to make… Continue reading A Guide To DBS Checks for GP Surgeries
When somebody applies for a DBS Check, they need to provide ID documents to verify their identity. This helps to make sure that the person applying for the job is who they say they are and not trying to hide a criminal past. What is the process for DBS ID checking? If you are an… Continue reading How DBS ID Checks Work
Data protection laws are in place in the UK to protect individuals and businesses from privacy breaches and dishonest use. The data protection laws offer legal protections that ensure that personal data is securely kept and not misused. Data confidentiality is very important when it comes to criminal records. Individuals have a right to keep… Continue reading The Importance Of DBS Data Confidentiality
Care homes are places that provide a place for vulnerable adults to receive full-time care and assistance. Care home employees work with vulnerable adults on a daily basis, which means that the role must take into account safeguarding rules. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) oversees the safety and performance of care homes in the UK.… Continue reading Care Home Safeguarding Rules & Regulations
