All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks
When it comes to what actually shows up on a DBS check – there is a lot of confusion and misconceptions. For instance, some people wonder whether criminal convictions from decades ago will be revealed, or whether allegations or pending cases will show up when their criminal record is searched. This guide will break down… Continue reading What Offences & Allegations Show Up On A DBS Check?
The National Health Service is a big employer in the UK. People that work within the NHS are often involved in caring for vulnerable adults and children. For this reason, NHS workers are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks to make sure that they are safe to work in a position of responsibility. This usually includes… Continue reading What Are NHS Pre-employment Checks?
If you’re a parent looking to find a new childcare provider, you need to be 100% confident in the carer’s ability and honesty to care for your child. Even if the childcare provider is highly recommended from friends or family, you still need to be completely sure. This guide will share some useful tips on… Continue reading How To Find A Safe And Reliable Childcare Provider
In May 2017, the European Union enacted GDPR legislation, which gives thorough guidelines on how businesses and organisations should handle people’s personal and private data. GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. Since the UK has left the EU in 2020 under the Brexit agreement, the guidance hasn’t changed and UK businesses and organisations are… Continue reading DBS Checks And GDPR – Is Your Data Protected?
When you apply for a DBS check, the average waiting time to receive a paper copy of the certificate is 14 working days after the application was originally submitted. Don’t forget – the 14 working day timeframe is only an average. Generally, a majority of our certificates are received in 5-7 working days. This means… Continue reading Why Is My DBS Check Late Or Has Not Turned Up?
