DBS AND SAFER RECRUITMENT

The Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham require DBS checks to be renewed every 3 years, these are currently completed by APCS however the Diocese will accept DBS certificates completed by other agencies if they are registered with the updating service. 

There is an expectation that all clergy, leaders, and PCC members are DBS checked. This will vary from a basic check to enhanced check depending on the role of the individual and whether you are delivering children’s work. 

Helpful resources 

Contact Dawn Todd ([email protected]) if you have any questions regarding your DBS

Safer recruitment practice guidance (2016)

Safer Recruitment – Permission to Officiate

DBS eligibility FAQs (February 2017)

Safer recruiting in the parish

Model volunteer job role

Application form template

Reference form template

Church of England confidential declaration form

Model interview discussion template

Eligibility for an enhanced criminal records check

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