DBS (Additional info)

DBS stands for Disclosure and Barring Service. This service enables employers to check the criminal records of employees and potential employees, in order to ascertain whether or not they are suitable to work with vulnerable adults and/or children. For individuals working in certain positions, a valid DBS disclosure is a legislative requirement.

The DBS/Safe Recruitment Policy applies to all Ceredigion County Council employees appointed under the terms and conditions of their employment as well as other situations where a Disclosure and Barring certificate is required, e.g. volunteers, student placements, agency staff, external contractors, commissioned services, Fostering and Adoption, School Governors and Council Members.

Ceredigion County Council is a registered body for the use of DBS certificates and only requests checks to be carried out where it is both proportionate and relevant to the position concerned and where it is required by statute.