The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is providing tailored
support to Premier
League football clubs as part of an ongoing joint
project. The aim of this project is to develop the clubs’
approach to safeguarding vulnerable groups, including children.
As part of this project between the Premier League
and DBS’ regional outreach
service, football clubs will:
- be able to access bespoke information and guidance relating
to DBS processes and legislation, including eligibility for DBS
checks and the legal duty to refer
- receive training throughout each season to support the safe
recruitment of employers and volunteers working with children,
young adults, and adults at risk
- be able to connect with a regional outreach adviser from
within DBS, who can offer support and share best practices,
enabling direct communication between football clubs and DBS
- have access to resources, publications, and other relevant
information relating to DBS products and services, alongside
other safeguarding materials to help prevent incidents and
protect individuals via the Premier League Safeguarding Hub
The Premier League – which is also working closely with
the NSPCC – is
seeking to help clubs and their community organisations implement
effective safer recruitment procedures and practices, ensuring
staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children and
adults at risk.
Eric Robinson, CEO of DBS, said:
Our Regional Outreach Service will be providing clubs with a
single point of contact for all DBS-related queries ?and
questions, as well as the opportunity to access tailored, DBS
training for their staff and volunteers. Our team also collates
feedback to ensure future improvements can be made to DBS
services and processes.
DBS is committed to working with organisations through our
Regional Outreach Service so we can keep the most vulnerable in
our society safe. Any organisation of any size can access free
support. Find out more by accessing the regional outreach
guidance on our website.
Jess Addicott, Head of Safeguarding at the Premier League, said:
Our work with DBS has been invaluable in providing clubs and
their community organisations with additional support with their
and safer recruitment procedures and practice. We look forward to
continuing our collaborative work in this space to create safe
environments and cultures.
