DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) guidance and training information

Guidance and information to help organisations understand DBS checks.

Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) 

The DBS helps employers and organisations make safer recruitment decisions and protect vulnerable people. It provides access to a basic DBS check, guidance on eligibility and processes, check types, and information on barred lists.

You can find out more about the DBS.

DBS umbrella organisations 

These organisations are registered bodies that process DBS checks on behalf of organisations. 

Find out more about DBS umbrella organisations.

The Regional Safeguarding Outreach team

This team delivers workshops that provide practical guidance on DBS checks, eligibility and safeguarding best practice. Find out more about the team.

To register for free online DBS workshops, visit DBS Regional Safeguarding Outreach Workshops.

If you are interested in requesting a workshop for your organisation or network, please get in touch with Kiranpreet Rehal, Regional Outreach Adviser (Greater London) at kiranpreet.rehal@dbs.gov.uk