DBS Checks
All about Enhanced DBS checks and how to get one with PMT
Our DBS Requirements
What are our tutor DBS requirements?
All tutors on our platform must meet one of the following criteria: Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate issued within the last two years . Be registered...
Do I need an enhanced DBS check to tutor?
A DBS check is performed by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), a government agency that assists employers with making safer recruitment decisio...
DBS Applications
How can I get an Enhanced DBS Check?
As a tutor for PMT Education, you can apply for an enhanced DBS check through our partnership with Personnel Checks . To apply for an enhanced DBS ch...
How much does an Enhanced DBS check cost?
We’ve partnered with Personnel Checks, an approved DBS umbrella body, to provide enhanced DBS checks for our tutors. The total cost of a check through...
What documents do I need for the ID verification step?
To complete an enhanced DBS check through our partnership with Personnel Checks, you’ll need to provide a set of identity documents for online ID veri...
Tips for passing the online ID check
As part of your DBS application, you’ll need to complete an online identity check. This involves uploading three accepted identity documents and com...
What happens if I fail the online ID verification?
If your online ID check fails, you’ll need to complete an In-Branch Verification (IBV) at the Post Office before your DBS application can continue...
When will I receive my Enhanced DBS certificate?
The average turnaround for enhanced DBS checks is usually around 10 days . You will receive a paper copy of your certificate in the post. Processi...
What is the DBS update service?
The DBS Update Service is a government provided service which keeps your enhanced DBS certificate up-to-date, without having to apply for a new one....