DBS

Safeguarding: We’re All In

This page gives you extra information on the DBS process plus some helpful links to guide you through it.

The DBS check is a key part of safer recruitment, so if you’re unsure about anything, just ask — it’ll help avoid delays and keep your start date on track.

We're here to help!

Identity Documents

To process your DBS check, we need to see three original identity documents. These must be chosen from the Government-approved list.

There are three possible routes you can use to provide the correct documents, depending on what you have available.

There are three lists of documents, and each route requires a different mix of documents from those lists.

Whichever route you take, we must be able to confirm your name and date of birth.

This is the simplest and preferred option.

To complete Route 1, you’ll just need to provide:

1 document from Group 1, and
2 more documents from either Group 1, Group 2a, or Group 2b

Use Route 2 only if you can’t meet the requirements for Route 1.

For this route, you’ll need:

1 document from Group 2a
2 more from Group 2a or Group 2b

Use Route 3 only if Route 1 and 2 don’t work.

You’ll need:

A birth certificate issued 12+ months after birth
1 document from Group 2a
3 more from Group 2a or 2b

DBS Update Service

Why sign up?

Keeps your DBS valid without redoing checks
Makes starting new jobs way faster
You control who can see it

Basically — a one-time sign up that saves you time, money, and headaches.

The video explains the steps and makes everything easy to understand.

Are you convinced?

Just click the image and it’ll take you to the Government sign-up page.

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