Staying safe
When you have chosen the right person, we strongly advise that you:
- take up references
- carry out a DBS check
References
It is strongly recommended that you ask your personal assistant for two referees. One of these should be their last or their current employer.
Things you could ask the referees include:
- How reliable are they?
- Are they always on time?
- How much time have they had off sick?
- Are they trustworthy?
- Is there anything that means they would not be good at the job?
The Disclosure and Barring Service Checks (DBS checks)
You can use the links below to find out how to ensure individuals you employ have a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS check) . You might be more familiar with 'CRB checks' - the old name for this service.
You could ensure that a check has been made by the agency providing the service, the local authority, or by another body. Individuals cannot apply for DBS checks on other individuals.
As an employer, you should only arrange a DBS check on a successful job applicant. You can’t register directly with DBS. Instead, use an umbrella body: