Service Description 

The Disclosure service is a highly respected, knowledgeable and customer focused service that provides a comprehensive, trusted facility for schools to assure their safeguarding compliance.  The Service consists of a dedicated team using the latest technology (e.Bulk) and the main functions within the provision offered are:  

  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Disclosure 
  • Advisory service
  • Barred List Checks 
  • Information and requirement updates 

We carry out disclosure checks on behalf of schools, ensuring full compliance leading to informed decisions about the suitability of individuals for particular posts. 

E-Bulk

We have introduced on-line processing of DBS applications from September 2012.  There are many benefits from using e-Bulk, including: 

  • Clearance from DBS received significantly quicker than paper forms 
  • Fewer delays with the forms; as the system virtually eliminates errors on applications 
  • Schools will be able to access the disclosure information online as soon as the disclosure is complete 
  • There is no supplementary charge 

Benefits to your school

  • Published Performance Criteria 
  • Guaranteed timescales for delivery 
  • Electronic service 
  • Fully Compliant Procedure 

Terms and Conditions

Final decision whether or not to employ remains with the school.  

SLA services offered

Disclosure Administration 

We manage all elements of DBS disclosure including:  

  • Advisory Service and guidance
  • Checking applications for completeness 
  • Dispatch to Disclosure and Barring Service 
  • Chasing outstanding applications 
  • Resolving errors on disclosure certificates 
  • Confirming the result of a disclosure 

Advisory Service

We offer information, advice and guidance to schools in the following areas:  

  • A site visit for induction of new DBS managers 
  • DBS Code of Practice on compliance 
  • Guidance on changes in legislation
  • Guidance on overseas checks when needed 
  • Support and advice on convictions/cautions 
  • Support in undertaking risk assessments 
  • Advice requirements of Single Central Record 
  • Training sessions for on-line submissions (E-bulk) 

Information Updating 

We will keep schools informed through:  

  • Regular plain English changes to procedures 
  • Advance warning of fee increases 
  • Changes to contacts and hours of business  

SLA pricing

Charges  for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2020 Per application

DBS fee Enhanced Disclosure 

£44.00 * 

Disclosure Service administration fee      

£12.00 * 

Barred List Check administration fee       

£2.00 

*There is no DBS charge for volunteers  

There is no increase in DBS charges for Year 2019/2020. 

Contact

If you require additional information please contact: 

Bonnie Thornton
Manager Disclosure Service
Tel: 020 8545 4721
Email: bonnie.thornton@kingston.gov.uk
actionhr@kingston.gov.uk