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Guidance

DBS checks for working with children in places of worship

This leaflet explains eligibility for DBS checks within various faith groups.

Updates to this page

From:
Disclosure and Barring Service
Published:
19 February 2021
Last updated:
17 September 2026
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  1. Welsh translation uploaded

  2. Updated as per the Sept 26 supervision exemption changes

  3. Contact information updated- reference to Minicom replaced with Relay UK

  4. Contact email address updated.

  5. First published.

Applies to England and Wales

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DBS checks for working with children in places of worship

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DBS checks for working with children in places of worship (PDF)

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DBS checks for working with children in places of worship (Welsh)

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This leaflet explains eligibility for Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks within various faith groups. This guidance applies whether the individuals are paid or unpaid.

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