📬 Receiving Your DBS Certificate
- You’ll receive your DBS certificate by post from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
- The University does not receive a copy or details of any positive disclosures.
- You must keep your certificate safe – some placement providers may ask to see it.
📦 Tracking & Reprints
- You must track your certificate to make sure you receive it.
- If it doesn’t arrive, you must request a reprint within 3 months of the check being completed.
⚠️ If you miss this deadline, you’ll need to pay £100 for a new DBS check.
🔗 Request a DBS reprint
✅ Clear or Positive Disclosure
- The University is only informed whether your DBS is clear or contains a positive disclosure.
- If your DBS has a positive disclosure, you’ll be contacted and asked to attend a drop-in session with:
- Your DBS certificate
- A form of photo ID
📧 Contact: professionalchecks@shu.ac.uk
📄 Lost Certificate
- You are responsible for keeping your DBS certificate safe.
- If you lose it, or don’t receive it and fail to request a reprint, you’ll need to complete and pay for a new DBS check which costs £100 (non refundable). This covers the cost of the DBS, digital ID check and associated administrative fees.
- A new application can take several weeks and may delay your placement.
📧 If you need a new DBS, contact: professionalchecks@shu.ac.uk
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