An Overview of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

At the heart of voluntary and community action in Newcastle and Gateshead, we want to improve the quality of life across the region and work towards a fairer future for all.

Connected Voice

This online session will help you to understand the DBS service and using DBS checks to make recruiting safer

Connected Voice Support and Development helps organisations to run successfully and make a positive difference in their communities. This training is for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations serving Newcastle and Gateshead.The session will be delivered by Sue Davison, Regional Outreach Adviser (North East), Disclosure and Barring Service. The session will cover:<ul><li>Outlining the role of the Disclosure and Barring Service.</li></ul><ul><li>What might be disclosed when a DBS check is made.</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding DBS checks and role eligibility, including levels of check and workforce</li></ul><ul><li>How “regulated activity” with children and adults is defined and what this means in practice.</li></ul><ul><li>An organisation’s duties and responsibilities.</li></ul><ul><li>What leads to an individual being added to the “barred list”.</li></ul>Not eligible for this session but still interested in attending? We offer bespoke training covering a range of topics. Our sessions can be delivered online using Zoom making them ideal for organisations based across England. Email connect@connectedvoice.org.uk for information.

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