FAQ

Why do I need to sign a contract with TMG CRB?

Organisations who wish to use CRB checks must comply with the CRB Code of Practice. In signing our service contract you are agreeing to comply with the CRB Code of Practice. Click here to view CRB code of practice.

Will Ofsted continue to process CRB Disclosures?

Ofsted will continue to process CRB Disclosures for the registered day care provider and day care manager only as part of the registration process.

Can I accept CRB Disclosures from a previous employer?

No. There is no portability.

How long does the process take?

The CRB aim to process 90% of all Enhanced Disclosures within 28 days.

Do I need a Standard or Enhanced Disclosure?

DfE have specified that all Disclosures are Enhanced.

How much does the process cost?

The DfE is subsidising the process for employees of Ofsted Early Years and compulsory child care registered organisations.

Who is eligible for the DfE subsidy?

Any employee for whom the child care provider has not previously requested a CRB check (see below).

In the case of volunteer parent helpers, they are eligible if they make up the Ofsted registration adult:child ratio.

Do I need to recheck my staff?

Ofsted published the following statement in a bulletin, 14th October 2005:

• At present there is no requirement to carry out a CRB check in respect of an employee who has been with the same provider since obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure, or since appropriate checks were made on initial employment if this pre-dated the CRB
• If the policy changes, everyone affected by the change will be informed
• Employers have the discretion to do repeat checks if they wish, but these will not be covered by the subsidy and employers will have to pay for the checks themselves

Are students eligible for the DfE subsidy?

If a student is working in your day care setting for a period of three or more months, the DfE recommend that you carry out a CRB check. The student would be eligible for a subsidy.

Any student working for shorter periods of time should have a CRB check done through their training organisation.

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