Guardian Jobs · 4 days ago
Non-Executive Board Member - Disclosure and Barring Service, HOME OFFICE
United States
Contract
Remote
Director/ExecutiveGuardian Jobs is seeking a Non-Executive Board member for the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), which plays a vital role in safeguarding children and vulnerable groups. The role involves providing oversight and strategic guidance to ensure informed recruitment and licensing decisions are made regarding individuals working with vulnerable populations.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Do you want to play a leading role in safeguarding children and vulnerable groups?
If so, you can do this by becoming a Non-Executive Board member of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), which provides a critical public service by supplying information to employers and other organisations in England and Wales (and barring information only in Northern Ireland), so they can make informed recruitment and licensing decisions, particularly for employers and volunteers working with children and vulnerable adults
The DBS also has responsibility for deciding whether an individual is barred from working with vulnerable groups
The successful candidates will also possess excellent communication skills, coupled with a personal and professional demeanour that generates trust and confidence in others
They will be able to analyse complex issues and have the ability to constructively challenge and influence strategy and decision making
This will be a three-year appointment with the possibility of re-appointment
The closing date for applications is 11pm on 02 February 2026
We encourage a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people
Appointments to the DBS are regulated by the Office of the Commissioner for Public Appointments
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication skills
Ability to analyse complex issues
Ability to constructively challenge and influence strategy and decision making
Company
Guardian Jobs
Guardian Jobs brings you quality jobs from the best recruiters in the UK and beyond. We have the jobs for quality candidates like you.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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