As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.
What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:
- Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.
- Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.
- Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.
Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.
DBS checks: what you need to know
Some roles at MFT require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before you can start. If this applies to your role, don’t worry, we’ll let you know what you need to do and guide you through the process.
Once we’ve received the identification documents we need from you, we’ll send you a link through Trac, our recruitment system, to complete your DBS application online.
Already subscribed to the DBS Update Service? Please tell us when completing your DBS information through Trac. By accepting your appointment with MFT, you are giving us permission to check your DBS status through the Update Service if your subscription is active.
Will I need to pay for my DBS check?
MFT operates a cost recovery policy for roles requiring a DBS check. If we need to submit a new DBS application for you and you go on to join MFT, the cost will be deducted from your salary within your first three months of employment.
If you withdraw from your conditional offer after your DBS application has been started, you will still need to cover the cost that has been incurred.
The latest DBS application fees are available on the GOV.UK DBS fees page. There is also an additional £5.40 countersignature fee for all DBS applications. If you have any questions or are unsure what applies to you, please get in touch with our Recruitment Service Centre, who will be happy to help.
