Basic DBS checks are valuable when:
A role is not eligible for Standard or Enhanced checks, but
You still want some assurance about recent criminal history
Basic checks:
Show any unspent convictions or conditional cautions
Are available for any job role (subject to location rules)
Help you strengthen safer recruitment for positions that do not meet higher‑level criteria
Using Basic checks consistently can:
Provide an extra layer of reassurance
Support fair, evidence‑based hiring decisions across a wide range of roles.