Disclosure and barring service (DBS) check
DBS (criminal record) checks help employers ensure that unsuitable people are prevented from working with those who are considered vulnerable because of certain circumstances (for example, they are in receipt of health or social care).
A DBS (criminal record) check relates to the data held about a person’s criminal history. In the majority of cases, a check will include all criminal offence including cautions, convictions, reprimands, and final warnings. It may also include traffic offences such as speeding and drink-driving.
Employers must carefully consider any criminal history data alongside other information they have gathered about the candidate as part of the wider recruitment process.
Not all NHS staff will require a criminal record check (DBS), the level of check required is determined by the type of activities the individual in that role will be undertaking and the level of access this will allow them to have with patients.