Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Understanding the DBS duty to refer can feel complex, but it doesn’t have to. Our latest podcast episode brings together voices from DBS and the Diocese of Oxford to break down the process, share real experiences, and empower faith organisations to act with confidence and care. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ePniJg88 Remember: DBS is here to help. You’re never alone in safeguarding decisions.

Making a DBS referral can seem daunting, especially in faith settings where safeguard-ing scenarios can be complex. In our new podcast episode, safeguarding experts from DBS and the Diocese of Oxford share insights to help leaders and practitioners feel more confident, informed, and sup-ported. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eRh6sAtn DBS is here to help - offering clear guidance to make safeguarding decisions easier.

We’ve released a new DBS podcast episode exploring what the legal duty to refer really means in practice for faith organisations. Kelly Matthews (DBS) and Louise Whitehead (Diocese of Oxford) share practical in-sights, lessons learned, and advice to help safeguarding leads feel more confident when navigating referrals. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/e-kKzvYy Whether you’re a safeguarding practitioner, faith leader, or volunteer, this conversation offers reassurance and clarity. DBS is here to help - offering guidance, support and advice at every step.

We’re proud to share a new podcast episode created specifically for the faith sector. Kelly Matthews (DBS) and Louise Whitehead (Diocese of Oxford) discuss what the legal duty to refer means day-to-day, how to recognise when a referral may be required, and what support is available throughout the process. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ejsDivQB Their message is clear: safeguarding is a shared responsibility, and support is always available. 👉 DBS is here to help with advice, training, and guidance tailored to your needs.

Strong safeguarding relies on partnership. In our new podcast episode, DBS Regional Outreach Adviser Kelly Matthews sits down with Louise Whitehead from the Diocese of Oxford to discuss common challenges, practical steps, and the value of early engagement when considering referrals. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eFckN73f Their conversation highlights how clarity grows when organisations and DBS work together. 👉 DBS is here to help — with friendly, accessible support whenever you need it.

Understanding the legal duty to refer is essential for safeguarding. We’ve created a new series of short explainer videos to help break down the legal duty to refer - starting with this first video. Our campaign is all about making safeguarding responsibilities clearer and easier to understand, beginning with faith communities in the Southeast. 👉 Learn more and watch the video on the Making barring referrals to DBS page: https://lnkd.in/eXt5udtZ