Enhanced DBS Checks for Providers

We are now offering gold and silver childcare providers and tutors, advertising on our platform. the ability to obtain an Enhanced DBS check via our partner uCheck - a leading UK-based platform that provides pre-employment screening and background checks for employers and individuals.

uCheck is one the UK's largest umbrella body organisations registered with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) who act as an intermediary to process criminal record checks on behalf of other organisations and employers.

How to our get an Enhanced DBS check?

The childcare provider or tutor completes the simple application directly on the uCheck website.

You must undertake uCheck's Digital Identify verification check to support your application which usually requires you to have a biometric passport.

Who pays for the Enhanced DBS check?

The provider pays uCheck directly for the Enhanced DBS check, along with an additional fee for the Digital ID check at the time of making the application.

How much does the Enhanced DBS check cost?

The cost is currently £65.20 for the Enhanced DBS check plus an additional fee of £5.60 for the digital identity verification check - total cost £70.80.

What happens after I submit my application?

Once you have submitted your application and have passed the digital identity verification check, Childcare.co.uk are required to accept the application before it is formally approved by uCheck. Your application is then submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) who undertake the checks via the Police and other authorities.

How long does it take for the Enhanced DBS check?

Do Childcare.co.uk make any money from the checks?

No. this is a free service to our gold and silver members in order to support safety and security on our platform.