A basic DBS check is a criminal record check that can be requested by yourself or an employer (with your permission). A basic DBS check certificate shows details of any past convictions, including any unspent conditional cautions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
The majority of basic DBS checks take 14 days to process, providing that we do not have to get in touch regarding information you have given. If your application has no obstacles, expect to receive your certificate in the post within 7 to 14 days.
Whether it’s your first or hundredth time applying for a DBS check, there’s no denying that it’s not the most entertaining activity. However, thanks to the world of technology and our DBS update service, the stress that comes from endless paperwork can now be put behind you.
With help from just three simple steps (and no paperwork whatsoever!), you can get your DBS certificate delivered straight to your door. All that we need from you is an online application form and supporting documents to get started. Once we have approved your application, it will get sent to the UK government body for final verification. Your friendly postman will then deliver your DBS check within 7 to 14 days after being processed. That’s right, not a single pen or stack of paper in sight. We do the tedious tasks, so you don’t have to.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re an individual, business or overseas applicant; our team is prepped and ready to support your DBS application process.
For individuals, it’s never been easier to get exactly what you need in an instant. Simply pay a one-off fee and get your DBS certificate delivered to your doorstep within 14 days. For businesses and overseas applicants, we are on-hand to guide you through any queries and questions you may have.
It doesn’t matter whether you need an individual DBS check or certificates for an entire workforce; no job is too big or too small. We are here to help you in any way, shape or form. And, thanks to our simple pricing structure, there will be no hidden costs nor nasty surprises. Simply use our pricing chart to find the number of checks you need and you’re good to go! The more checks you get, the cheaper the cost per check will be. Prices decrease per 100 checks. Overseas applicants will need to pay an air mail surcharge of £15.
A pleasant, hassle-free and affordable process is what you can expect from us here at The Check People. We’ve made it our mission to cut the complications out of DBS check applications - besides, why should the process cause such a headache? You don’t deserve that.
From the very beginning right to the very end, we will give you as much support as you need. Whether you’re happy with guiding yourself through the process or would rather speak to one of our customer service representatives; we’ll happily abide by your needs.
All online DBS applications (Basic DBS Checks, Standard DBS Checks, Enhanced DBS - are assisted by our one to one support service, ensuring you’re never left in the dark. We don’t care how many questions you have, speak to us at any stage of the process if you have something on your mind. Apart from getting your DBS certificate delivered quickly, our only passion is to keep you happy.
Employers used to be able to access criminal records via CRB checks. CRB checks were performed by the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) handled barred lists. However, as part of the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) replaced the CRB and ISA. This is when DBS checks took over from CRB checks. The functions of the check are exactly the same.
As an employer, you may be questioning whether to get a DBS check for your employees or not. However, if the industry you are in involves working with vulnerable people, this should not be up for discussion. Obtaining a DBS check online will:
Getting DBS checks sorted for your employees as soon as possible will help to avoid any disputes or issues further down the line.