DBS Checks (UK)

Background checks to help employers make safer recruitment decisions for roles involving children or vulnerable adults.

Types of DBS checks

  • Basic, Standard, Enhanced, and Enhanced with barred list checks.
  • Eligibility depends on role and legal criteria.
  • Helps identify individuals barred from regulated activity.
Individuals cannot request an Enhanced check on themselves; employers or umbrella bodies apply.

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