Aaron’s Department: DBS Umbrella Body Services 2024

What is a DBS Umbrella Body?

Aaron’s Department is officially what’s known as a DBS Umbrella Body, authorised by the UK Government to act as an intermediary between the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and organisations needing DBS checks for their staff.

Our bespoke online system is directly connected to the UK Government Gateway and is designed to process your applications quickly, correctly, and securely – ensuring you get a speedy DBS certificate return.

What is the Role of a DBS Umbrella Body?

What is the Role of a DBS Umbrella Body?

DBS Umbrella Bodies play an essential role: They provide access to DBS checks for organisations who cannot directly register with the Disclosure and Barring Service – this is only an option for organisations processing hundreds of DBS checks a year, with access to a highly capable software development team.

They provide support, guidance, and the necessary IT infrastructure to enable organisations to apply for online DBS checks. If you’re looking for a DBS Umbrella Body to sign up with, Aaron’s Department provides a fast, cost-effective DBS checking service.

How Does a DBS Umbrella Body Work?

There are a lot of complicated rules, procedures and software that comes with making DBS applications online. Umbrella Bodies provide a specialist service to make DBS checks accessible to employers.

It’s our team’s job to know the ins and outs of DBS law, and our coders have designed an online application system that’s as easy to use as possible.

The government saves money by getting private businesses to handle the application system, and the Umbrella Bodies add value by competing to provide the best service possible!

How Does a DBS Umbrella Body Work?


What Checks Can A DBS Umbrella Body Provide?

Aaron’s Department offers Basic, Standard, and Enhanced DBS Checks, with the options of Adult First checks and Barred List checks, if applicable.

Knowing what level of check to apply for can be difficult, but Aaron’s Department can help. With over 18 years of DBS & CRB Umbrella Body experience, we’ll make sure that you and your staff get the right level of check for the role. We’re always happy to provide eligibility guidance if you’re unsure.

Features Of A Good DBS Umbrella Body

Using a DBS check Umbrella Body is a necessity if you need DBS checks for your staff, but what else do Umbrella Bodies offer to add value for the customer? Here’s what Aaron’s Department offers:

Affordable DBS Checks

DBS checks are often an unavoidable part of doing business, so you shouldn’t have to pay dearly for them. At Aaron’s Department, prices start at £5.45 for a Basic DBS check, or £10.95 for an Enhanced.

Robust Checking System

DBS application mistakes can result in the police rejecting checks with no refund, so avoiding them is key. Aaron’s Department uses automated checking systems, as well as a team of experienced Countersignatories to root out mistakes.

Stress-Free Application System

A good DBS application system will be designed with users in mind – meaning you should have a stress-free application process. Our streamlined system is optimised so that even first-time users can easily complete applications.

Experienced Staff

Once an Umbrella Body has been dealing with DBS’s for a long time, they’ll have seen it all: your time, money, and DBS checks will be in experienced hands!

Dedicated Support

Every DBS application is important, and should be given all the support & guidance necessary. You can reach the Aaron’s Department team by phone between 8:00-5:00 on weekdays: no robots, no call centres, we always pick up.

Easy-to-understand Guidance

DBS checks can be a complicated topic, and it’s the Umbrella Body’s responsibility to provide clear guidance. We’ve got plenty on our website, and our support team are all experts.


DBS Check Umbrella Body FAQs


Quick – Easy – Affordable: Aaron’s Department DBS Umbrella Body

Many DBS providers use subscription fees, minimum check limits, sign-up fees, fast-track fees, and other hidden costs to wring money out of their customers – Aaron’s Department is the opposite.

Sign-up is free, and checks are pay-as-you-go. Easy!

What you get:

Aaron’s Department is an easy-to-use, error-proof online DBS application system, backed up by our dedicated support team. What’s more, every application we receive is fast-tracked! If it’s sent to us before 4:00pm on a weekday, we’ll check it, and send it on to the DBS the very same day.

Interested? Use the buttons below to sign up, or get in touch at contact@aaronsdepartment.com or call 0113 877 0171 to speak to our team. We look forward to hearing from you!