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DBS checks for applicants who are or have lived overseas
DBS checks are a vital tool for employers, helping to ensure they’re making safe recruitment decisions. But what about DBS checks overseas? If your organisation carries out DBS checks on its employees, then you may occasionally need to check the criminal record of... Read more
Does Santa need a DBS check?
Christmas is just around the corner, and many children may be looking forward to visiting Santa in his grotto. But an important question to consider is: does Santa need a DBS check? If you’re looking for volunteers for a festive grotto at your school or organisation,... Read more
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 moreJoin Our Community
