Faster DBS is part of Aaron’s Department, an official DBS Umbrella Body, authorised by the UK Government to act as an intermediary between the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and employers or organisations that need to complete DBS checks.
As part of this group, Faster DBS provides a fast, secure, and fully online system that connects directly to the UK Government Gateway, allowing you to process applications quickly and get DBS certificates returned as soon as possible.
What is a DBS Umbrella Body?
A DBS Umbrella Body is an organisation authorised by the DBS to submit checks on behalf of employers who are not eligible, or do not wish, to register directly with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Umbrella Bodies act as intermediaries, providing:
- Access to DBS checks
- Guidance on eligibility
- Support with documentation
- Secure IT infrastructure
- Error-checking before submission
This ensures organisations can legally request Standard and Enhanced checks that require the ability to ask exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).
What is the Role of a DBS Umbrella Body?
A DBS Umbrella Body does more than submit checks. Its responsibilities include:
- Ensuring employers are eligible to request specific levels of DBS checks
- Providing expert advice on eligibility and regulated activity
- Offering a secure online platform for submissions
- Checking applications for errors before sending them to the DBS
- Helping organisations avoid rejections and unnecessary delays
Faster DBS provides all of the above – making it easy and cost-effective for businesses of any size to access DBS checks without needing to register directly.
How Does a DBS Umbrella Body Work?
Understanding DBS regulations takes time.
A DBS Umbrella Body has already mastered these rules and built the infrastructure required to submit checks correctly and securely.
Faster DBS achieves this by:
- Creating a fast, simple, high-accuracy online system
- Continuously validating information to reduce rejections
- Offering real human support whenever you need help
- Submitting applications directly to the DBS through the Government Gateway
This removes the complexity from employers and ensures applications move through the system smoothly.
Umbrella Body CRB Checks
CRB checks no longer exist. They were replaced by DBS checks in 2012.
So if you’re searching for a CRB Umbrella Body, you’re actually looking for a DBS Umbrella Body – which Faster DBS is.
What DBS Checks Can an Umbrella Body Provide?
As a DBS Umbrella Body, Faster DBS can submit:
- Basic DBS Checks
- Standard DBS Checks
- Enhanced DBS Checks
- Barred List Checks (if legally required)
- Adult First Checks (where applicable)
What Makes a Good DBS Umbrella Body?
A reliable Umbrella Body should offer:
✔ Expertise
A good Umbrella Body understands DBS legislation inside-out.
Faster DBS has a team of dedicated professionals who review applications daily, preventing costly mistakes.
✔ Error-Checking
If incorrect information is submitted, the DBS can reject or delay the application.
Our system automatically detects errors and omissions instantly, reducing the risk of cancellations.
✔ A Fast, Well-Built System
The online platform should be modern, secure, and easy to use.
Faster DBS provides:
- Fast application submission
- Real-time validation
- Direct Government Gateway integration
- Same-day processing for completed forms
✔ Strong Compliance & Security
As part of Aaron’s Department, we comply with:
- Cyber Essentials certification
- GDPR and UK Data Protection Law
- Strict DBS security requirements
Your data is always handled safely and legally.
Features Of A Good DBS Umbrella Body
Is Faster DBS an Experienced Umbrella Body?
Yes.
Through Aaron’s Department, our team has many years of DBS experience and handles thousands of applications every month.
Whether you’re already registered or simply need advice, our experts are always happy to help.
Your Online Security is Our Priority!
To pass strict security standards to connect to the UK Government’s Gateway, Faster DBS has a Cyber Essentials Certificate.
Faster DBS complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The Data Protection Laws give individuals certain rights over their personal data while imposing certain obligations on the organisations that process their data. We at Faster DBS make our Data Protection Policy available to view online. We respect and value the privacy of everyone who visits our website, and will only collect and use personal data in ways described by the privacy policy.
As we are connected directly to the UK Government Gateway, we process applications the very same day, so you’re able to get your DBS Certificate faster than before.
Our easy to use online system for DBS applications offers fast and free registration, taking away the stress that can occur when getting a DBS check!
Do I Need to Use a DBS Umbrella Body?
Unless you are an organisation which needs to apply for a considerable number of DBS checks annually, then you will need to use an authorised Umbrella Body to process DBS checks on your behalf.
Need Any Help?
If you have any questions about anything relating to the DBS, the answer to your question may be on our help and advice page.