Gain peace of mind with a Mencap DBS check
Your
organisation
An organisation are a group of people who work together.
can have the peace of mind that your staff are safe and suitable to work with
vulnerable
Being vulnerable means being at risk of harm, or that you need special care because of your age or disability.
adults and children.
Mencap is a leading
social care
Social care means the services that give care and support to people who need it.
provider and has been processing DBS checks in England and Wales since they were introduced in 2002. (Scotland and Northern Ireland have different checks.)
More than 10,000 DBS checks in England and Wales are handled by us every year, including our own staff and volunteers, as well as other
organisations
Organisations are groups like companies and businesses.
.
We have a dedicated support team that deal with all queries by phone or email.
We also provide training upon request, helping you complete you application ensuring a smooth process from start to finish.
Our use of eBulk also means you can complete your applications online, hassle free, saving you time and money.
You won’t have to spend time or money registering with the DBS. There is also no joining fee to use this service.
"Can I just say how professional, efficient and helpful I have found the DBS administration team. I have had a really speedy response to any queries I have had, and each person has given a very clear, helpful yet friendly response. I've been really impressed." -
customer
A customer is a person who buys something or uses a service.
feedback
Eligibility for a DBS check
To apply for an Enhanced or Standard DBS, you cannot be...
- self employed
- a sole trader
- wanting to carry out a DBS for someone you're employing to provide services for yourself, a family member or friend
- the Director or company owner, unless you have a co-owner/director to apply for you (they can't be a family member/relative or live at the same address as you).
Depending on the services you offer, your licensing body or local council may be able to apply for a DBS on your behalf.
"Thank you for a very efficient, prompt and speedy services. You made it all far too easy!" - customer feedback
Register with Mencap for a DBS check
To register with Mencap, please complete our online registration form to let us know that you'd like a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check. After your have registered you will receive an email with your log in details.
"I'm still technically young and running my own business isn't always as fun as it sounds. When we contacted Mencap to get this DBS sorted it was a mega emergency and you may it a breeze and super quick. I'm close to saying it was almost enjoyable!" - customer feedback
To see what kind of check you should apply for visit
the government
The Government are the people who run the country. They decide how much
tax
Tax is the money that pays for things like schools, hospitals and the police. There are different types of taxes like
income tax
Income tax is the money that is taken out of the money you earn every month. It helps to pay for things we all need like hospitals and schools.
,
VAT
VAT is also called Value Added Tax. VAT is the extra money you pay when you buy things. The money goes to the government to pay for things like schools and hospitals.
and
council tax
Council Tax is the money that people pay to the council. It helps to pay for things like social care (support for people), parks and dustbin collection.
.
people should pay for things and how things like the National Health Service should work.
website
A website is a page you can go to on the internet like Google or YouTube.
and use their DBS Eligibility Tool.
Once an application has been countersigned and sent to the DBS for processing, the DBS average at 15 business days to process the application.
Some applications with the DBS can take longer for them to process.
After tracking an application and it has been held at any stage for more than 60 days, please contact the Mencap DBS team for further information. You can contact them by:
- Phone: 01733 873 737
- Email: dbs.enquiries@mencap.org.uk
The Update Service is run by the Disclosure Barring Service. It allows applicants to keep their DBS certificates up to date and for employers to check a DBS certificate.
Please visit their website for more information.
You have the option of paying for your DBS applications:
- online via SagePay
- by cheque
- by BACS.
If you require our bank details you can request these by emailing dbs.enquiries@mencap.org.uk.
Need more advice about DBS checks?
If you have any questions about having a DBS check please contact the Mencap DBS Team (Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5pm) by:
- Phone: 01733 873 737
- Email: dbs.enquiries@mencap.org.uk. We aim to respond within 2 business days.
