PVG Scheme Checks for Ski Instructors

This guide is aimed at providing a useful resource for Ski Instructors or Ski Centres in Scotland to better understand the requirements for safe recruitment practices ensuring that children 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 your business up to date disclosure information, such as new vetting information that may have been added, a barring, or considerations for listing. Without directly linking your business to an employee’s PVG Scheme membership,your business will not receive ongoing notifications about the employee’s suitability to work.

Which Ski Instructor Roles are Eligible For PVG Checks?

• Ski Instructors giving instruction that is targeted to individuals under 18 years old
• Positions who hav direct line management responsibility of these positions are also eligible for PVG Checks

How do I request a PVG Check for a Ski Instructor?

You can obtain a PVG Scheme check for a Ski Instructor or positions with line management responsibility of PVG Scheme eligible roles, from Scottish Disclosures. We can progress online PVG checks on your preferred candidates or a PVG update on existing employees.