Enhanced & Standard DBS Checks for Self-Employed & Personal Employees

Self-Employed and Personal Employee Standard and Enhanced DBS / Background Checks

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Self-Employed & Personal Employees DBS & Background Checks

It is estimated that approximately 13.3% of the working population in the UK are classified as ‘self-employed’ or privately employed. This accounts for some 4.24 million people. 

An amendment to legislation has been made which will enable self-employed and personal employees to approach RBs/UBs directly to apply for Enhanced and Enhanced with Barred List DBS checks. This change to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 will come into effect in January 2026 (current expectation that that it will be the 21st).

Therefore if you are a private nanny, tutor, driver or carer etc operating on a self-employed basis or working generally with vulnerable groups; get in touch with us and get your Standard DBS or Enhanced DBS Check – it’ll open more employment / contracting pathways.

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Enhanced & Standard DBS Checks For Self-Employed & Personal Employees

While not all self-employed persons are eligible for Enhanced DBS Checks and/or Standard DBS Checks by default. If the working environment of your role as a self-employed person extends to working directly with vulnerable adults, children or other groups requiring safeguarding; or working indirectly in the vicinity of these vulnerable groups, you are now eligible to apply for an Enhanced or Standard DBS Check.

Since January 2026, a Basic DBS Check may not be an adequate protection under safeguarding guidelines, so please do check our eligibility guide, or  get in touch if you are unsure as to your eligibility / requirements. One of our friendly experts will help you – 0333 777 8575.

What Level of Check is Right for you?


It should be noted that the government has yet to provide (and further is unlikely to provide) a comprehensive list of job roles or job responsibilities that will be eligible for Standard or Enhanced DBS Checks, there are some obvious job roles that would be included in eligibility criteria, for example: 

  • Nannies / Private Child Minders
  • Private Tutoring (Education, Sport and Music)
  • Personal Assistants (household-based)
  • Personal Trainers
  • Private Carers
  • Private Drivers / Driving Services

 

See if you are eligible for the Enhanced or Standard DBS Check by using the DBS Eligibility Tool .

DBS Check for Self-Employed

Having eligible self-employed persons undergo DBS Checks is just another way for your employer / customer to confirm that you are not on any Barred Lists, and are suitably positioned to operate in working environments where exposure (or potential exposure) to vulnerable adults and children is possible.

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DBS Checks for Personal Employees 

While the recent legislative change identifies self-employed persons as newly eligible for Standard and Enhanced DBS Checks, it should be acknowledged that this extends to contractors who also operate in workplace settings where exposure to vulnerable adults and children is possible. 

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Select The Number Of Checks

Bulk discounts available

Enhanced DBS Checks

£ 61
50
  • Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Highest Level of DBS Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£49.50 DBS Fee and £12 Admin Fee

Standard DBS Checks

£ 33
50
  • Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Comprehensive Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £12 Admin Fee

Basic DBS
Checks

£ 33
50
  • Basic Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £12 Admin Fee

Disclosure
Scotland Checks

£ 37
  • Basic Disclosure Scotland Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks for Scotland
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£25 DBS Fee and £12 Admin Fee

Volunteers

STANDARD & ENHANCED CHECKS
£ 12
  • Disclosure & Barring Service Checks for Volunteers
  • Criminal Record Checks for Volunteer Roles
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
Admin Fee Only

Enhanced DBS Checks

£ 59
10
  • Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Highest Level of DBS Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£49.50 DBS Fee and £9.60 Admin Fee

Standard DBS Checks

£ 31
10
  • Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Comprehensive Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £9.60 Admin Fee

Basic DBS
Checks

£ 31
10
  • Basic Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £9.60 Admin Fee

Disclosure
Scotland Checks

£ 34
60
  • Basic Disclosure Scotland Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks for Scotland
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£25 DBS Fee and £9.60 Admin Fee

Volunteers

STANDARD & ENHANCED CHECKS
£ 9
60
  • Disclosure & Barring Service Checks for Volunteers
  • Criminal Record Checks for Volunteer Roles
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
Admin Fee Only

Enhanced DBS Checks

£ 56
70
  • Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Highest Level of DBS Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£49.50 DBS Fee and £7.20 Admin Fee

Standard DBS Checks

£ 28
70
  • Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Comprehensive Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £7.20 Admin Fee

Basic DBS
Checks

£ 28
70
  • Basic Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £7.20 Admin Fee

Disclosure
Scotland Checks

£ 33
20
  • Basic Disclosure Scotland Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks for Scotland
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£25 DBS Fee and £7.20 Admin Fee

Volunteers

STANDARD & ENHANCED CHECKS
£ 7
20
  • Disclosure & Barring Service Checks for Volunteers
  • Criminal Record Checks for Volunteer Roles
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
Admin Fee Only

Enhanced DBS Checks

£ 55
50
  • Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Highest Level of DBS Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£49.50 DBS Fee and £6 Admin Fee

Standard DBS Checks

£ 27
50
  • Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Comprehensive Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £6 Admin Fee

Basic DBS
Checks

£ 27
50
  • Basic Disclosure & Barring Service Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£21.50 DBS Fee and £6 Admin Fee

Disclosure
Scotland Checks

£ 31
00
  • Basic Disclosure Scotland Checks
  • Criminal Record Checks for Scotland
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
£25 DBS Fee and £6 Admin Fee

Volunteers

STANDARD & ENHANCED CHECKS
£ 6
00
  • Disclosure & Barring Service Checks for Volunteers
  • Criminal Record Checks for Volunteer Roles
  • Turnaround in as little as 24hrs
Apply Now
Admin Fee Only

Right To Work
Checks

£ 3
21
Per Check
  • Verify prospective employee identities
  • Digital ID checking across 200+ countries
  • Fast & accurate feedback
Apply Now

Social Media
Checks

£ 30
00
Starting From
  • Screen prospective employee social profiles
  • Background checking to protect your hiring process
  • Quick & comprehensive
Apply Now

Adult 1st (First)
Checks

£ 10
80
Per Check
  • Exclusively available to those working in adult care services
  • Not to be used as a substitute for a DBS Check
  • Results in as little as 24 hours
Apply Now

External Identity

£ 12
00
Per Check
  • Check against electoral roll, financial records & utilities
  • Route 2 identity validation checking service
  • Results in as little as 24 hours
Apply Now

Employment Screening

£ 22
50
Per Check
  • Government Certified
  • Fast & Secure
  • Easy to Use
Apply Now

BPSS
Checks

£ 85
00
Per Check
  • Mandatory For Government Workers, Contractors etc
  • Optional for Private Sector Pre-Employment Screening
  • Certified & Authorised Screening Checks Via Konfir
Apply Now

Why Choose Care Check For Your DBS Check?

CareCheck is a leading umbrella body for the DBS and has been identified as one of the top 5 providers for criminal record checks within the UK. We process over 250,000 checks every year and, thanks to our online process, can provide a speedy service.

We are Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus accredited and all our data is held within an IOS27001 secure centre, so feel assured that you are safe in our hands. 

Whether you are looking to submit multiple DBS checks simultaneously as part of a large recruitment drive, or simply applying for one check for a successful job applicant, our online system is easy to use. Applications are easy to submit; you can track the progress, view and download the report and see when the last check was submitted on our online platform. 

Get in touch with us online or call us on 0333 777 8585 for more information or begin the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Basic Checks for MOT Testers

MOT Testers who are already authorised will not need to obtain a DBS check. However, should you wish to make any changes or additions to your authorisation, then you will need to provide the DVSA with a DBS check. Alternatively, if any disciplinary action has been taken against you, then the DVSA is likely to ask for a basic check as well.

As of 1 November 2019, all MOT managers, testing and administrative staff are required to notify the DVSA if they are convicted and given one of the following punishments: 

  • A prison sentence of three months or more (or a suspended sentence). 
  • A community service order (or equivalent) where they are required to do unpaid work of 60 hours or more. 
  • A fine greater than a level 4 on the standard scale (£2,500). 
  • Any punishment imposed outside of the UK is equivalent to any one of these three points. 

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