What is on the DBS Employment Sector List?

Modified on Wed, 6 Nov at 8:41 AM

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DBS requires that the employer’s name and their sector (chosen from the DBS list below) accompany every check processed.

During the order process, you will need to select the Employment Sector from a drop-down list.

This document will assist in your choice.

If you cannot match your sector, please contact the Client Services Team.

Local government	Water and waste management
Central government	Construction
Public sector- other	Trade or repair of vehicles
NHS	Transportation and storage
Preschool education	Accommodation and food service
Primary education	Information and communication
Secondary education	Financial and insurance
Academy education	Real estate activities
Further education	Professional, technical
Higher education	Administrative and support
Independent education	Social care
Voluntary/charity	Arts and entertainment
Private healthcare	Leisure, sport and tourism
Agriculture, forestry and fishing	Foster/adoption
Mining and quarrying	Child care
Manufacturing	Drivers
Retail	Law enforcement and security
Energy and air conditioning	Recruitment and HR

The above applies to Step 3 of the order form.

For paid work elsewhere, choose Purpose of Check.

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