All checks are processed by First Job Services, which is recognised by the Disclosure and Barring Service as a Responsible Organisation for Basic Checks
COVID-19 was a time of upheaval for the whole world. The pandemic and lockdowns affected citizens in many ways, including social distancing, face masks, lockdown, and quarantine rules. DBS checks are required to get specific jobs, especially for roles that involve coming into contact with children or vulnerable adults. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)… Continue reading How Do Lockdown Offences Affect DBS Checks?
DBS checks started in 2012 as a way to protect vulnerable adults andchildren from workers who may pose a risk. Anyone who wants to work in a role that involves contact with children or vulnerable adults requires a DBS check. The Disclosure and Barring service checks an applicant’s criminal record to see if they are… Continue reading Does Your Address History Affect Your DBS Check?
In the UK, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has been offering efficient and reliable ways for companies and employers to vet their employees. Before the DBS, the CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) offered a criminal record check for businesses and organisations. After checking with the CRB, you were also required to complete a check from… Continue reading The 5 stages of A DBS Check Application
Most people who apply for a DBS check are primarily concerned about precisely what the DBS check reveals. One of the primary purposes of a DBS check is to ensure that the applicant is suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, which means a clean criminal record. So what exactly appears on your criminal… Continue reading What Criminal Record Does a DBS Check Reveal?
DBS checks were initially created to ensure that employees are appropriately vetted before working in jobs that involve coming into contact with, or taking care of, children and vulnerable adults. With the use of public and criminal records, the DBS allows employers to make safer recruitment decisions. So by default, we know that teachers, nurses,… Continue reading Are DBS Checks Required For Cleaners?
