Umbrella bodies for DBS checking
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Umbrella bodies for DBS checking, Information on organising a street party
Services provided:
Information and training about safeguarding, Information on running childrens groups, Umbrella bodies for DBS checking
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Most organisations providing childcare for children under 8 years old need to be registered with Ofsted. Ofsted are also an umbrella body providing Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
Services provided:
Information and training about safeguarding, Quality Assurance System providers, Training for community groups, Umbrella bodies for DBS checking
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Safety Net is a charity that provides training and support for community groups around safeguarding children.
They run safeguarding training for community groups.
They offer a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) application service, and one-to-one support around DBS applications. You can book an appointment for support by emailing DBS@safety-net.org.uk
They can help organisations use the Simple Quality Protects tool to assess the quality of their work and services.
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Act as an umbrella organisation for DBS checking. To use them you need to become a member. They have sample policies specifically aimed at groups working with children which they are happy to share with member groups.