English Language Day at the UN: Do You Need a DBS Check to Teach Adults?
The UN’s English Language Day is nearly here. If you’re thinking of teaching English, you may be wondering: do you need a DBS Check to teach adults? What is English Language Day? The United Nations celebrates English Language Day …
DBS Checks for Religious Organisations: Do I Need a DBS Check?
Need some advice on DBS Checks for religious organisations? Safeguarding is of paramount importance in religious organisations, and DBS Checks play a crucial role. This blog explains who needs a DBS Check, what sort of check they’re eligible for and …
Handling Drugs and Medication: Do I need a DBS Check?
Do you need to apply for a DBS Check when handling drugs and medication? Understandably, there are stringent rules and regulations you need to follow if you handle drugs or medication – and we often get asked about the rules …
DBS Check Address History: Your Questions Answered
The DBS Check address history is a vital part of the application form. On any DBS application, you’ll need to provide your full address history for the last five years. This means listing all the addresses you’ve lived at, without …
DBS Checks in Pharmacies
DBS check eligibility can be difficult to fathom, and when it comes to DBS checks in pharmacies it’s no different. We often get asked about DBS checks in pharmacies, and so we’ve put together this handy guide to explain things. …
ID requirements for DBS checks
Whether employer or applicant, it’s important to know ID requirements for DBS checks. As an employer you must be able to clearly explain to applicants which ID types are necessary. If you’re an applicant, failing to sufficiently prove your identity …
DBS Checks for Individuals: Our Guide
DBS checks for individuals can be confusing to understand. If you’re an individual who’s been told you need to apply for a DBS check, which level of check do you need and how do you apply? In this blog we …
What does a DBS workforce type mean? The options explained
On all standard and enhanced background check applications, a DBS workforce type will need to be selected that is relevant to the applicant’s role and for which the applicant is eligible. But what exactly does a DBS workforce type mean? …
Are DBS checks transferable from one role to another?
We are often asked, “are DBS checks transferable?” There can be a lot of confusion surrounding the portability of DBS checks, with conflicting information on when you may need a new check. This blog hopes to answer key issues for …
DBS Checks For University Placements: All You Need To Know
Do you need DBS checks for university placements? With the new academic year starting we get this question a lot! As part of your course you may be required to engage in a placement or to gain some suitable work …