If you have applied for a job whereby you will be working with children or vulnerable adults, you may have been asked by your employer or voluntary organisation to apply for a Disclosure. The disclosure, when received, can be used by organisations to check the background of job applicants to ensure that they do not have a history that would make them unsuitable for the jobs they are trying to fill.
What is a CRB Disclosure?
A Disclosure is a document that contains information held by the police and government department and can be used by employers and voluntary organisations to make safer recruitment decisions. Disclosures are provided by the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB), an executive agency of the Home Office. For further information, visit the CRB website.
The disclosure website will assist in finding out more about the disclosure service and the disclosure itself, or telephone the CRB information line on 0870 90 90 811.
How do I apply for a Disclosure?
The Council of the Isles of Scilly is an umbrella body, registered to apply for CRB Disclosures for other organisations. To apply for a Disclosure through this Authority either contact Chief Executives Dept or telephone 01720 424024 for an informal discussion.
When applying, you will be required to bring certain documents to the Town Hall to confirm your identity. The list of acceptable identity documents will assist you in your choice of documents you will need to bring with you.
