We can't request checks for members as counselling and psychotherapy aren’t listed as professions which must be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Can BACP request an Enhanced DBS check for me? Only registered employers can request this level of check. You can't request an Enhanced DBS check for yourself. How can I get an Enhanced DBS check for myself? It is a legal requirement in the UK for regulated activity employers to refer safeguarding concerns to the DBS. These will be organisations in areas of employment regarded as having a significant health and safety risk to vulnerable customers or clients, for example individuals working with children or in healthcare. Įnhanced DBS checks can only be requested by organisations that are registered and listed with the DBS. If you want a check of your own criminal record to give to an employer, you can request a Basic DBS check. It can also check the children and vulnerable adults ‘barred list’ to see if you are prohibited from working with vulnerable groups and any local police information. This is a check of your criminal record which is processed by the DBS or Disclosure and Barring Service, previously known as the CRB or Criminal Records Bureau.Ī Basic DBS check will show unspent convictions only.Īn Enhanced DBS check can show both spent and unspent convictions as well as cautions, warnings and reprimands. Employers may ask for a DBS check if you apply for certain roles.
