Disclosure and Barring Service Checks

This course assists employers in making safer recruitment decisions and preventing unsuitable individuals from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It provides guidance on conducting thorough background checks, such as DBS checks, which are required for schools. The course covers what the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is, how to request a basic check, and how to dispute or appeal decisions. It also explains how to distinguish between prohibition and interim prohibition orders, alternative methods for applying for a DBS check, and where to find additional information and advice.