Neil wrote:
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Hi

I'm increasingly getting jobs in playgroups & old peoples homes.
Nobody has asked yet, but I think a CRB check could be a good thing.

I am, of course, as pure as the driven snow in thought & deed.

How do I get one sorted? Anyone know?


Dave

I also work in these sort of environments, as a self employed external
contractor you do not need a CRB check, indeed you cannot apply for
one yourself, only employers (& certain charities/NGO's and voluntary
organisations) can do so. Furthermore the CRB is only 'valid' for that
employer, if you move employers the CRB doesn't transfer with you,
the new employer would have to apply for a further check. I've been
in many Nursing/Residential & private hospitals and never had an
issue - had some tools nicked though !! presumably by the CRB checked
staff. Oh well.
Neil

Spot on. Seems to reflect my experience to date.