DBS Checks for Schools & Education

This guide covers everything schools, colleges, nurseries and trusts need to know about Enhanced DBS checks with Children's Barred List checks.

Who needs an Enhanced DBS with Barred List

Anyone in regulated activity with children — teachers, teaching assistants, SENCOs, cover supervisors, school nurses, sports coaches and most unsupervised volunteers — must have an Enhanced DBS check with a Children's Barred List check.

What the guide includes

• The legal basis and KCSIE requirements
• Who is in regulated activity
• Timelines, costs and the DBS Update Service
• How to stay compliant year-round

Read the full guide for checklists, role-by-role requirements and FAQs.