Safer recruitment in schools: Pre-employment checks what must you do

September 18th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

Safer recruitment in schools is not just about carrying out a DBS check. Part three of the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance (KCSiE) provides schools with the legal requirements for pre-employment screening checks. Hidden amongst the ‘should do,’ ‘best practice’ and ‘important information’ are the ‘MUST DO’ requirements. Which pre-employment checks must schools do? […]

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Recent Changes to the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS): From June 2024

July 12th, 2024 by Jake Waddingham

In June 2024 the UK Government released updated guidance on pre-employment checks for all individuals working for government departments. This guidance is known as the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. What is the BPSS Fundamentally, the BPSS standard outlines the controls in place to protect reputation, integrity and financial assets by identifying any risk of identity […]

The DBS are changing their fees on 2nd December 2024

October 22nd, 2024 by Daisy Birch

What will the new DBS fees be? The DBS recently announced their plans to increase their fees as per the DBS News, from the 2nd December 2024.  The cost increase will automatically be reflected in the pricing for checks submitted to the DBS from this date. New fees to include: DBS Check Old Fee New Fee […]

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DDC online portal available

October 17th, 2024 by Matt Tuckey

UPDATED BELOW: DDC’s online portal is now fully functioning. Thank you for your patience and we apologise for any inconvenience. DDC’s online portal is currently unavailable due to a network issue at the datacentre where servers are located. This is affecting all organisations with servers located at the same site, as it relates to the […]

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See you there – DDC are exhibiting at Care Show 2024

September 11th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

Come and meet our DBS and pre-employment screening experts at Care Show 2024 between 9th –10th October 2024 at the Birmingham NEC. Find us at Stand: F74 Hall 3. The Care Show Birmingham is a significant event for care professionals across the UK. This event will celebrate the care sector, offering a wealth of learning […]

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DDC’s DBS guide to working with animals

August 8th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

As much as we may treat them like children, do you need a DBS check to work with your furry friends? While an enhanced DBS check is mandatory for working with children and vulnerable adults, it is a basic DBS check that is usually obtained for working with animals. That is unless the work involves […]

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Pre-employment Checks – What are they and why they are important – FAQs

July 4th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

Pre-employment screening checks, sometimes referred to as employee background checks, are a crucial and often mandatory part of the onboarding process in many different organisations. Depending on the nature of the position being filled and the industry it pertains to, these checks can range from basic DBS checks and right to work to enhanced criminal […]

Digital Identity for Right to Work Checks – All You Need to Know

May 17th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

Organisations must secure confirmation of a prospective employee’s eligibility to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Employers and organisations must complete either original physical, face-to-face checking processes, obtain share codes for foreign nationals or use the services of an Identity Service Provider (IDSP). The choice an organisation makes will depend on applicant demographics […]

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Social Media Checks in Education

May 2nd, 2024 by Daisy Birch

The significance of Social Media Screening for educators in schools Under the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, The Department for Education, proposes that schools should perform social media and online investigations on potential candidates to preserve the school’s reputation and ensure the safety of children. Similar to DBS checks, this ensures that the candidate […]

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Digital Identity for DBS

April 25th, 2024 by Daisy Birch

DBS checks are constantly advancing, and it is essential to stay abreast of these changes. With the complexity of guidelines and standards, it can get overwhelming. DDC aim to provide both industry insights and firsthand experiences regarding the current landscape and future trends in digital identity verification, especially following our recent launch on October 1st, […]

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