Enhanced DBS Check for Self-Employed
Getting an Enhanced DBS Check When You’re Self-Employed Since 21 January 2026, self-employed people in England and Wales can apply for an Enhanced DBS check for the first time, without needing an employer or agency to apply on their behalf. This guide explains what an Enhanced check shows, who now qualifies, and how the process […]
DBS Checks for Sole Traders: What You Need to Know
A client has asked you for a DBS check. You work for yourself, you have no employer to arrange it, and you are not sure where to start. This guide explains which check applies to you, what changed in January 2026, and how the cost works in practice. What a DBS Check Shows A Disclosure […]
DBS for Tutors: A Complete Guide for Self-Employed Tutors in the UK
DBS for Tutors Complete Guide for Self-Employed Tutors in the UK Most self-employed tutors don’t set out to research DBS for tutors on a quiet afternoon. It usually starts with a question. A parent asks if you’re DBS checked. An agency requests proof before offering work. A school wants documentation before allowing sessions on site. […]