Criminal Record Checks and Pre-employment Screening
Quality Assured
DDC’s Quality Commitment
Safe & Secure
Our Security Commitment
Online Processing
Pre-employment Screening
Professional
Why choose DDC?
DBS and pre-employment checks
by Due Diligence Checking
Experience an online DBS & pre-employment checking service that makes background screening simple and efficient. Our service is built on our core principles of providing a secure, reliable and professional service. With over 23 years of experience, DDC guarantees to deliver compliance with every check. Access systems and processes that support you throughout the application journey, and can match your internal policies to ensure your pre-employment checks are efficient and reliable.
Discover the DDC Difference
With no minimum volume requirements, DDC provides the same great service every time. Join thousands of other organisations who trust and rely on DDC.
Securing your reputation
DDC is committed to upholding the highest standards of security, confidentiality, and compliance with our dedicated Quality and Information Security Team. DDC has long championed an approach to pre-employment screening that balances the rights of the individual with the requirement of strict adherence to compliance.
A reliable service you can count on
We commit to providing a service that you can rely on every time. Using the latest and most innovative technology, designed and built in-house. We put you and your applicants at the center of everything we do. From tailoring our proactive applicant reminder service to accommodating your organisational structure. Our ethos has always been to do as much work for you as possible, while keeping you fully informed at every stage of the process.
Expertise and Professionalism to support you
Core to the provision of the service is an experienced and professional Customer Service Team based in the UK. The team are dedicated to providing both you and your applicants unparalleled support by dealing with all enquiries and questions and helping process all applications as quickly and effortlessly as possible. We will work closely with you to understand your unique needs and deliver a tailored solution that aligns with the highest compliance standards.
DBS Checks
DBS checks are vital for informed recruitment decisions, revealing criminal history to ensure suitability for roles, especially those involving vulnerable groups. Utilise our efficient, secure service to maintain safety and compliance.
Digital Identity
Digital identity checking allows organisations to verify prospective employees’ identities anytime, anywhere. DDC’s digital identity for DBS and right-to-work solution uses consistent and more secure methods, allowing recruitment more safely.
Pre-employment Screening
The most important asset to any organisation is its people. Due Diligence Checking has been processing pre-employment checks since 2002 and can support you to ensure you get the right person for the role.
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Quick and free set-up
You can be processing your checks the same day with DDC’s free registration and set-up
Service to suit your needs
With bespoke packages and a flexible system, DDC can help all sectors and organisations.
Support and advice
You will have access to DDC’s experienced Customer Service Team providing support advice for all your checks.
Secure and reliable
DDC’s system and processes have obtained ISO9001 and ISO27001 accreditation promising you a secure and reliable service.
Single management interface
Manage all your checks with a single interface, using our dynamic Client Area
Accuracy with every check
Built in cross referencing and error checking systems ensure accuracy with every check.
GDPR compliant
As a processor of personal data, DDC’s systems and processes adhere to GDPR and data protection legislation.
Value for money
We constantly optimise our processes to ensure the value we provide is the best in the industry.
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Checks Carried Out
Some common questions
We’ve gathered together a large collection of the most common questions we get asked. You can see them all in our FAQ section. We’ve included a few of the most popular below.
Are DDC a certified identity checking service provider (IDSP)?
Yes. DDC’s digital identity service is certified against the Home Office digital identity trust framework. There are a number of schemes organisations can become certified against the framework and DDC are accredited for both the right to work and DBS schemes.
What pre-employment checks do DDC offer?
DDC offers a comprehensive suite of pre-employment screening services designed to help you make informed hiring decisions. Our services include:
- Criminal record checks: DDC are registered with the DBS, Disclosure Scotland and Access Northern Ireland.
- Right to Work Checks: Verifying an applicant’s legal right to work in the UK.
- Digital Identity: Utilising digital tools for secure identity verification.
- Financial Background Checks: Including adverse credit and sanction checks.
- BS7858 Security Screening: For roles requiring heightened security clearance.
- Social Media Checks: Reviewing an applicant’s online presence.
- BPSS – Baseline Personnel Security Standard Checks: Meeting government security standards.
- Reference Checks: Verifying employment history and obtaining professional references.
- Qualification and Professional Membership Checks: Verifying educational and professional credentials.
Can DDC integrate with our chosen platforms?
Yes, DDC offers API integration to seamlessly connect our pre-employment screening services with your existing platforms, such as Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Read more about DDC’s API integration
How is DDC associated with the DBS?
Due Diligence Checking Ltd. are an official ‘Registered Body’ and an official ‘Umbrella Body‘ for the DBS. Registered Body status means we can submit applications to the DBS and that we have met all of the RB requirements. Umbrella Body status means that we can submit applications on behalf of other organisations that are eligible to request Criminal Record checks, but are not registered with the DBS themselves. All Umbrella Bodies are also Registered Bodies. Some Registered Bodies do not process applications for any organisation other than themselves. To view our listing on the DBS Umbrella Body database, click here.
We are also registered with Access Northern Ireland and Disclosure Scotland to process PVG Checks and Disclosures in Northern Ireland.