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DBS shows criminal record

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GreyBlossom · 06/10/2022 18:22

It's someone I hope to employ working with children. You don't need a clear DBS I.e. a conviction for fraud wouldn't necessarily exclude you, but we have to do a risk assessment where there is any conviction.

This conviction is for owning an out of control dog. The dog attacked candidate's own son. Dog was destroyed, candidate mortified. My reaction was it sounds awful, but doesn't affect the work.

The colleague I was discussing it with (joint decision required) said "well it might not be relevant, but it could very much speak to who she is".

What do you think?

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BettyBooper · 06/10/2022 22:07

If you don't have a policy, research and make one (or ensure higher management do). Your colleague saying that she isn't happy about it does not a policy make.

Honestly, not employing someone on this basis is pretty weak.

VladmirsPoutine · 07/10/2022 17:40

Indeed @BettyBooper! Whatever the rights and wrongs this woman did your decision management leaves a lot to be desired. I can't imagine you're both trying to make a decision based on vibes and feelings.

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