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Six reasons why you should apply for a DBS check online
If you’re applying for a DBS check you’ll need to decide whether to do it online or by submitting paper forms. While both are viable options, we believe the online method holds a number of benefits over the paper-based route. Here are six reasons why applying for a... Read more
DBS checks for NHS workers: The facts explained
If you work for the NHS in any capacity, then there’s a chance you will need a DBS check – but the level you qualify for will differ depending on exactly what it is you do and where the activity takes place. We get a lot of questions about this here at uCheck,... Read more
DBS checks for volunteers: How and when to get them
If you are thinking about starting an unpaid role or are someone who recruits volunteers, you may need to know about DBS checks for volunteers. Not all volunteers are eligible for DBS checks though, so it’s important to understand the rules and regulations surrounding... Read more
DBS checks for hospice workers: What you need to know
Many people who apply to work in a hospice – whether as a paid employee or a volunteer – will be required to undergo a DBS Check to ensure they are suitable to work with those they care for. DBS Checks for hospice workers are vital in terms of safeguarding, but there... Read more
Can I get a DBS check as an individual?
‘Can I get a DBS check as an individual?’ It’s a question we often get asked at uCheck. If you’ve wondered this yourself, it might be worth considering a basic DBS check. The basic DBS check is one of three types of DBS check. Below we discuss the three types of check... Read more
The DBS barred lists: When to do a check
The DBS barred lists exist to help organisations recruit safely. Certain roles require the applicant to undergo a check of either one or both of the barred lists. But how can organisations determine whether a barred list check is required? Our guide explains... Read more
Who needs a DBS check? Five roles you wouldn’t expect
Who needs a DBS check? Five roles you wouldn’t expect Wondering who needs a DBS check? For some roles, it’s clear why applicants need to have a check – for example, teachers, carers and healthcare professionals. All these roles involve a high level of... Read moreJoin Our Community
