Similar to the Standard DBS check, this level is only available to employers who will have to request on behalf of their employee.
This level has all of the information contained in the Standard DBS Check. In addition, an Enhanced DBS Check also searches the DBS Children’s Barred List and / or the Vulnerable Adults list if you request it, depending upon your requirements for the role. This ensures that a candidate is not barred from working with vulnerable groups.
These different levels of DBS checks address different needs. Enhanced DBS checks are needed to protect vulnerable groups by ensuring that employees who have frequent and unsupervised contact will have a clear record, so most roles in education and health care will require the Enhanced DBS Check.
Job Roles - THIS LIST IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE
This is for employers and people who want a check on themselves, or need a lower level of check, and is called a Basic DBS / CRB Check in England and Wales, and a Basic Disclosure in Scotland.
Examples of uses:
- Personal licence
- Alcohol licence
- Scrap metal dealers
- Certain visas – check with the country
- Most jobs that don’t involve working with children, vulnerable adults or the financial sector
Please note that this is a small sample of the uses for this particular type of check. It is your responsibility to make sure you apply for the correct check for your circumstances. The list above is subject to change without notice, and some roles may fall under different levels of check – please check BEFORE you apply.