7. FA GUIDANCE 3.2 - Disclosure and Barring Service Checks - June 20 (V1.2)

Most children have a really great time playing football – and long may that continue. Our job is to ensure they continue to enjoy the game in a fun and safe environment.

The FA and County FAs recognise their collective responsibility for children and young people within football. Clearly, this same duty of care is shared by every club in the country which runs youth teams.

So this document is a reminder of your/our responsibilities in respect of Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS Checks).

Anyone working in an eligible role, directly working with children and young people – such as managers and coaches – must have an in-date, FA Accepted, DBS Check as part of responsible recruitment practice before they work or volunteer within football.