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'll need to select the Employment Sector from a drop-down list.
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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.
Live Chat is available on the right, and you can self-serve via our Client Support Portal.
Call us at +44 (0) 1234 339 350 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.K. time).
Email service@verifile.co.uk.
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