All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks
Having a criminal record can have some disadvantages when it comes to applying for a new job but it certainly doesn’t mean it’s impossible to find work. In fact, there is government legislation in place to make sure that reformed criminals are not discriminated against in the job market, in the form of the Rehabilitation… Continue reading 3 Downsides Of Having Convictions On Your Criminal Record
If you’ve recently applied for a job and part of the application process was to complete a DBS check then you may want to know how long it will take to process and return your certificate. Whether you applied for a Basic DBS check yourself or the employer applied for a Standard or Enhanced DBS… Continue reading Turnaround Times for DBS Checks By Region
With more and more jobs requesting background checks on potential and existing employees these days, you may be worried about what happens if you fail one. You’re not alone. Many people ask the same questions. Let’s get one thing clear – it is possible to fail a background check. However, it is not possible to… Continue reading 5 Ways You Can Fail a Background Check
DBS checks are becoming a very common way for employers or organisations to check that they hire people that are suitable for the role, as part of a background check. A DBS check reveals some details of convictions and any other entries on your criminal record. What is actually revealed on a DBS check depends… Continue reading Who Pays For DBS Checks?
Being asked to complete a DBS check application is a common request from employers these days. Ever since the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) was formed in 2012, DBS checks and certificates have grown in popularity as a way to run background checks on people. Here we will discuss the 5 steps you need to… Continue reading 5 Steps To Getting A DBS Check
