As the national governing body for group exercise and physical activity, EMD UK is well placed to support instructors navigating the DBS process, including those applying for Enhanced DBS checks under the new legislation for self-employed workers and personal employees.
We can help to confirm eligibility for all levels of DBS checks (Basic, Standard and Enhanced), guide people through the application process, and ensure checks are completed correctly.
Read our article below to understand what new changes have come into effect for DBS checks for self-employed workers and personal employees.
Use these resources from the Disclosure & Barring Service to understand whether you require a DBS check.
Working with children? Use this guidance to understand whether your role as a group exercise instructor requires a DBS check and what level of check may be needed.
If your role involves coaching, instructing or supporting adults, especially vulnerable adults, this guidance outlines the circumstances in which a DBS check may be available or required.
Keeping people safe is part of your role as an instructor. Feel confident in your responsibilities and ensure your classes are safe, inclusive and professionally delivered with our free guidance for all EMD UK members.
At EMD UK, our aim is to not only reduce admin burdens and confusion, but also support ongoing safeguarding best practice across the sector.
If you need a DBS check as part of your role as an instructor, reach out to our team and we can help you acquire the necessary check and guide you through the full application process.
Costs associated with this process are as follows:
| Type of Check | Paid Member Cost | Free Member / Non-Member Cost |
| Enhanced DBS check with Barred List | £75.00 | £90.00 |
| Enhanced DBS check | £75.00 | £90.00 |
| Standard DBS check | £45.00 | £50.00 |
| Basic DBS check | £45.00 | £50.00 |
| Enhanced DBS check with Barred List(s) for Volunteers | £25.00 | £30.00 |
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