How do I request a screening for a candidate?
Three steps: pick the checks, add the candidate, and we handle the rest. The whole setup takes under two minutes per candidate.
In short: Sign in to the dashboard, pick a screening package (or build a custom one), enter the candidate’s name and email, and we email them a secure consent link. The whole thing takes under two minutes.
The three steps
1. Choose the checks
Either pick a pre-built package (Standard, Enhanced, Complete) or compose your own from the catalogue. You can save custom profiles per role and reuse them later.
If you operate in a regulated sector and need help choosing, our team can recommend a package based on the role. Speak to a screening expert for a consultation.
2. Add the candidate
You only need two pieces of information from the candidate at this stage:
- Their name
- Their email address
You do not need their ID, address history, or anything else. The candidate provides those directly through their secure link.
3. We do the rest
Once you click “Send screening”, we email the candidate a secure link explaining:
- Which checks you have requested
- What data each check needs from them
- Their consent options
They sign electronically, provide what is needed, and we run the checks. You see live progress in the dashboard, and the final report appears when complete.
What you do not need to do
A lot of organisations are used to old screening providers where they have to chase candidates, manage documents, and handle compliance paperwork. With Pescheck:
- We chase the candidate (automated reminders if they go quiet)
- We collect, verify, and securely dispose of supporting documents
- We handle consent and retention compliance
- We notify you only when there is something for you to act on
If a screening stalls because the candidate has not completed their step, we will tell you, but we will also keep nudging them so you do not have to.
Bulk and API options
If you screen large numbers of candidates, you can:
- Upload candidates in bulk via CSV
- Integrate Pescheck with your ATS (we support most major systems)
- Use the API to trigger screenings automatically when a candidate reaches a hiring stage
See our integrations or book a call to discuss volume options.
Related articles
What do you need to start a background check on my candidates?
Two pieces of information: the candidate's name and their email address. We collect everything else directly from them.
What checks can I run on a candidate?
We offer 15+ check types. The right mix depends on the role, the sector, and what is legally proportionate. Here is the full menu.
What does background screening cost?
Pescheck uses pay-as-you-go pricing. You only pay for the checks you run, with no subscriptions, no setup fees, and no minimum volume.
