This page displays videos and guides for completing a DBS via the 31:8 platform. Some videos will say ‘Lead Recruiter only’. Please ignore this. The Diocese of Salisbury has a special set-up where additional recruiters will also be able to complete all the following steps as well as the Lead recruiter.
Signing into 31:8 DBS Management System
This video, created by 31:8, shows you how to log into the 31:8 E-Bulk system for the purposes of sending DBS invitations, completing ID verification and completing section Y. This video also explains how to login in for the first time after having received the registration emails from 31:8.
Link to 31:8 Platform for Managing Applications: https://www.matrixscreening.com/thirtyoneeight/adminLogin.do?event=default&msg=1
Create a DBS invite via 31:8 Platform
Whilst most parishes will be starting and receiving their DBS checks via the Hub, some parishes will choose to start their DBS checks directly from the 31:8 platform. Below, you will find a video which explains how to request a DBS check directly from the 31:8 platform.
Request a Digital ID Check
*this can be done only after the application has been completed by the applicant.
How to Complete the Manual ID Check
If you would like to know how to complete a Manual (face-to-face) ID check, please see the Manual ID checking guide.
Completing Section Y on 31:8: The Level of DBS Check
The level required for the check should have been established when first setting up the role on Hubs. However, at this stage, you can still contact 31:8 to seek advise on the correct level of check for completing this stage.
How to Manage an Eligibility Euery on 31:8 E-Bulk System
This video, created by 31:8, shows you how to respond to eligibility queries on 31:8 E-bulk system.
Criminal Record Checks Volunteers and Workers From Overseas
Please click on the link below which will take you to the guidance page on 31:8 for overseas checks.
https://thirtyoneeight.org/dbs-service/overseas-checks
How to access the information.
The video above is embedded in the page, which shows the video instantly.
If you click the bright yellow ‘Save to Library’ button, this page will reload, and it will be saved to ‘My Library‘.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this resourse, please contact safeguarding.admin@salisbury.anglican.org.

