There are currently four types of PVG membership applications available [1].
- PVG (Join): relevant for staff new to regulated roles who are joining the PVG scheme for the first time and for existing PVG scheme members who want to work with a new vulnerable group (e.g. children).
- PVG (Existing): relevant for those already in regulated roles and continuing to work with the same groups.
- Confirmation of PVG scheme membership (Join): relevant for self-employed staff in regulated roles who are joining the PVG scheme for the first time and for existing self-employed PVG scheme members who want to work with a new vulnerable group (e.g. children).
- Confirmation of PVG scheme membership (Existing): relevant for self-employed staff in regulated roles who are continuing to work with the same vulnerable groups.
The Disclosure Scotland website provides additional information on the types of PVG application available [1].