February 17, 2026
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17 February 2026

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🛡️ DBS Made Simple: The Barring List & Adult Firsts

Continuing our video lessons on the DBS system, this week’s video explains more about the adult barring list and Adult Firsts. The Barring List is a register of people who are legally prevented from working in adult or children’s care. An Adult First check looks only at this list, and a clear result allows someone to start work under certain conditions while their full DBS is processed.


WMCA members benefit from discounted DBS rates through our fast, secure online system. It’s a 24/7 self‑service platform where you can add candidates, track progress and view results instantly, supported by a team who specialise in the care sector.


Once you press Approve , applications are checked and—if you pay by direct debit—sent straight to DBS for processing.


Watch the short video below to learn more and see how much you could save as a WMCA member.

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Last Chance to Book

Financial Resilience and Legal Strategies

Could a webinar on financial sustainability and legal updates support your work?

Click on the image below to book your place.

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Membership Benefit Reminder:

Free IHSCM Associate Membership

A quick reminder that, as part of your WMCA membership, you and your teams can access free associate membership with the Institute of Health and Social Care Management (IHSCM).


Through our role as a registered Care Hub, members can benefit from CPD courses, support guides, free events, networking opportunities and exclusive sector content — all designed to support profe ssional development and share good practice across health and social care.


A valuable resource already included in your membership.

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For all the latest news and updates relevant to the social care sector, check out the "News and Info" section of our website.

     

International Recruitment

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International Recruitment: The Employment Rights Act (part 1)

19 February 2026

10.00am - 11.15am (Online)

International Recruitment: The Employment Rights Act (part 2)

19 March 2026
10.00am - 11.15am (Online)

Exploitation in International Recruitment: “Working Together: Multi-Agency Responses to Exploitation"

23 March 2026 
2.30pm - 4.00pm  (Online)

     
   
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Need Help completing the DSPT?

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West Midlands Care Association is your local  Better Security Better Care  support organisation, offering free online resources, workshops and one-to-one support to help CQC registered providers complete the DSPT.


We also have a new offer, a free onsite, in-person  Digital Health Check .


Click the button for more info.

     

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West Midlands Care Association  enquiries@wmca.care  01384 943000

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