If you are unsure about any of the paperwork or process, download the DBS Flowchart for PSRs. You can also call us with any queries, tel: 0191 243 3305 or email: safeguarding@diocesehn.org.uk.
You can also download the full list of Role Codes you see on your update spreadsheets, what they mean and whether a DBS is required.
The following resources have been provided to help PSRs undertake DBS checks. These are based on official CSSA documentation, although in some cases have been branded for Diocesan use. Unbranded documentation is available through the CSSA website. Please be aware that documentation may be updated periodically and this will be regularly reviewed.
To be kept in the parish.
To be kept in the parish.
To be retained by the parish after referees have completed.
To be retained by the parish after referees have completed.
There are 2 copies per page. These are to be kept in the Parish with the volunteer’s registration form and references.
DBS Roles Grid helps you to confirm which of your volunteers require a DBS.
There are 3 copies per page. NB.Volunteers who tick box 2 of the Eucharistic Ministers slip DO NOT REQUIRE A DBS, but please send us this slip to confirm.
The CSSA Record Retention Schedule lets you know how long you must keep paperwork on volunteers.
Statutory guidance: Regulated Activity (children) - supervision of activity with children which is regulated activity when unsupervised.
Regulated activity with children in England.
Information on the Online Update Service for applicants.
