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So, you decided to request DBS checks for your new employees as they are an effective way to improve the quality of candidates and safeguard your existing staff and clients. According to statistics, the majority of applicants will not have a criminal record. Only 16.5% of UK residents have a criminal record. But the next… Continue reading Assessing An Applicant’s DBS Check Results

Safeguarding policies refer to the regulations and processes that organisations and businesses are expected to follow to ensure the safety of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a large and complex topic. For this reason, we’ve put together a glossary of common terms and phrases. A Assessment – An assessment is conducted in the workplace… Continue reading A to Z of Safeguarding Terminology and Phrases

DBS checks are used by employers and recruiters to check that a candidate or current employee is suitable for the job. Occasionally an employee’s or candidate’s DBS check will highlight details of an offence that is saved on their criminal record. This article will explore what you should do as an employer if that happens… Continue reading What To Do If An Employee’s DBS Check Reveals Details Of A Criminal Offence

If you carry out DBS checks before interviewing or appointing job candidates, you may come across a problem when you have an applicant from overseas. When UK residents apply for a job role requiring a DBS check, the process is pretty straightforward. You simply ask them to fill in a form and then you apply… Continue reading An Employer’s Guide To DBS Checks For Overseas Job Applicants

There are various myths and misconceptions around DBS Checks. This can be due to the fact that procedures are always changing and people are not up to date with the current requirements. If a DBS check is not carried out properly, it potentially leaves the door open to predatory criminals working with vulnerable groups such… Continue reading 5 Common DBS Check Myths & Misconceptions