PVG Scheme Checks for Nurseries

What are the PVG Scheme Requirements for Nurseries in Scotland?

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Whether you're an individual or an organisation seeking Basic, Standard, Enhanced, PVG Checks or PVG Updates, we're here to help.

Scottish Disclosures provides disclosure check processing as an Umbrella Body registered with Disclosure Scotland.

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This guide serves as an important resource for Nurseries to better understand the requirements for safe recruitment practices ensuring that nursery children and staff can be in a secure environment.

What is the PVG Scheme?

The Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme helps ensure that people who are unsuitable to work with children cannot do so.

Are PVG Checks From A Previous Employer Valid?

An employee’s or potential employee’s PVG certificate from another employer will not give the Nursery up to date disclosure information, such as new vetting information that may have been added, a barring from working with children, or a consideration for listing. Without directly linking the Nursery to an employee’s PVG Scheme membership, your business will not receive ongoing notifications about the employee’s suitability to work with children.


The Care Inspectorate

Nurseries are registered and regulated by the Care Inspectorate, who wish to be assured that they can be:

The PVG Checks and PVG Updates carried out on employees and potential employees will satisfy the Care Inspectorate in these regards.


Which roles are eligible for PVG Scheme checks in Nurseries?

How do I request a PVG Check for my employee?

You can obtain a PVG Scheme check for Nursery Nurse, Early Years Assistant, Nursery Support Worker, Nursery Practitioner or positions who are direct line managers of these, from Scottish Disclosures.

We can progress online PVG checks on your preferred candidate or a PVG update on your existing employee.

Need Disclosure Scotland Checks?

Whether you're an individual or an organisation seeking Basic, Standard, Enhanced or PVG Checks, we're here to help.

Scottish Disclosures provides disclosure check processing as an Umbrella Body registered with Disclosure Scotland.

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If you would like any guidance on Disclosure Scotland checks we would be happy to help!

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