Chaperone service 

Persons are licensed under the Children (Performances) Regulations 1968 by the Local Authority (LA) to act as chaperones.  They are subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.

Once the application has been approved the licence is valid for three years.  The Council will hold the person’s details but they will NOT be employed by the Council, neither will the Council find them work or recommend them to any prospective employer.  The Council will respond to any enquiry from prospective employers by supplying details of all persons licensed as a Chaperone.

How to apply

Prospective Chaperones should complete the relevant application form and submit it with the following documents:

• Two recent passport sized photographs.
• An application form for an enhanced CRB check (also available from the Child Employment and Enforcement Officer at the Early Intervention Service).

Submitting an application

Make an appointment with the Child Employment and Enforcement Officer (based with the Early Intervention Team).  Take the completed forms and photographs to the appointment.  The following documentation will also be required for verification:

• Utility Bill – to verify name and address
• Birth Certificate
• Driving licence (paper or photo card copy)
• Passport

Charges

• £20.00 – CRB check for a Chaperone who will work only as a volunteer
• £64.00 – CRB for those in paid employment as a Chaperone

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