Criminal Record Checks
Get fast and reliable criminal record checks
Carry out basic, standard or enhanced DBS checks with our digital platform
Criminal record checks, commonly known as the DBS check, play a crucial role in your company’s operation and the need to have a robust pre-screening solution is now more important than ever. This is especially true for companies that serve the most vulnerable among us, hold positions of trust, or have access to sensitive information.
Our online DBS check system provides a simple and easy way to vet an individual’s criminal background, offering fast, reliable, and comprehensive results. Choose from four different levels of checks based on your requirements, and either manage the process yourself or let us handle it for you.
When should you get a criminal record check?
Hiring new employees or volunteers
Verify that candidates and volunteers are suitable for certain roles by confirming a clean criminal record.
Tenant screening
Safeguard your property and verify the identity of your tenants to ensure a trustworthy and reliable rental experience.
Adoption and fostering
Gain insights into the character and past behaviour of prospective parents, aiding in the assessment of their suitability for caring for children.
Licensing and certification
Meet necessary standards of trustworthiness and competence in order to achieve and maintain your licence and certifications.
Compliance with legal or industry standards
Ensure that you are meeting your legal obligations by conducting thorough criminal record checks, helping you maintain a compliant and secure operation.
What our experts say about criminal record checks:
Criminal record checks are a critical component of any comprehensive employment or security screening process. They provide employers and organisations with valuable insights into an individual’s background, helping to mitigate potential risks and ensure a safe working environment. By verifying an applicant’s criminal history, companies can make informed hiring decisions, protect their reputation, and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
In sectors where safety and trust are paramount—such as healthcare, education, and finance—thorough criminal background checks are not just recommended; they are essential to maintaining the integrity of the workforce.
Process of criminal record checks:
Our online DBS platform integrates seamlessly into your recruitment process, providing fast, efficient criminal record checks. Get started in three simple steps:
Stage 1 – Choose which DBS check is needed
Stage 2 – Submit and send the correct documentation
Stage 3 – Receive a detailed report which outlines any relevant criminal history
Why choose SVS for criminal record checks?
Fast checks
We’ve invested heavily into our online security and vetting systems and processes to ensure that our clients can quickly get the answers they need in order to move forward with confidence.
Cost effective
Our streamlined procedures and advanced technology reduce administrative overhead and processing times, which translates to lower costs for you.
Simple and user-friendly process
Our forms are designed for ease and efficiency, making it quick and easy to apply for criminal record checks.
Experienced and professional
For almost twenty years, SVS have been providing fast and accurate vetting solutions to many different industries.
Not sure which criminal record check you need? Get in touch.
Operating across a range of different industries, SVS have been providing expert security and vetting solutions to individuals and organisations for in excess of 19 years. If you aren’t sure which criminal record check you require, contact our team who will be happy to help.
Read more >