Dbs Decision Maker - Chelmsford, United Kingdom - Kent Police and Essex Police

Kent Police and Essex Police
Kent Police and Essex Police
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Chelmsford, United Kingdom

1 month ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Location of Role:
Chelmsford


Advert Closing Date: 03/06/2024


Starting Salary:
£27, pro-rata for part-time vacancies)


Part/Full Time:
Full Time and Part Time Hours Available


Contract Type:
Permanent


Working Pattern:
Mon-Fri


Weekend/Evening Working:
No


The DBS Unit undertake searches against Essex Police data on applicants who wish to work and/or volunteer with children and/or adults on a largely unsupervised basis within regulated activity.


Please note, the primary function of this position is the safeguarding of children and the vulnerable and the role will require you to read and consider information including crime files pertaining to investigations (both closed and current) which will include sexual abuse, child protection and assault offences, where the victims may be children and/or vulnerable adults.

What We Are Looking For


At shortlisting we will be looking for evidence of:
Strong IT proficiency and ability to learn new systems quickly and effectively.

Working with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Any previous experience of gathering information and your ability to analytically review material in order to make informed decisions.

Working within a target driven environment. Demonstrating your accountability of your own work and to be able to prioritise and manage your workload accordingly.


Strong written and verbal communication skills, as you will be required to provide rationale to support the decisions you make and will be integral in drafting disclosure text.


In addition, it would be helpful if you could evidence:
Recent experience of using a computer/laptop and Microsoft Office products i.e., Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.


A basic knowledge of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and the role of the DBS in safeguarding the vulnerable.


Your ability to problem solve, evidencing your ability to work in an open-minded and innovative way bringing solutions to problems you face.

Our Location


We work in a hot-desking office environment within Chelmsford Police Station, with the DBS team currently consisting of over 60 members of staff.

There may also be occasions where you are required to attend Essex Police HQ as opposed to Chelmsford Police Station.

Both have good road networks and transport links.

Essex Police HQ houses many of the Forces lead departments as well as being home to the Essex Police Training College where the Forces new recruits are trained.

Both locations will offer staff rooms and inside and outside rest areas. Please note that Essex Police HQ offers free but limited parking on a first come first served basis. No parking is offered at Chelmsford Police station.

What We Offer in Return

Discounts at a variety of shops and restaurants

Discounted excursions via our Sports and Social Association

23 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part time) increasing with service.

Unique working environment supporting the delivery of policing services in the County.

Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing training, development, and promotion opportunities

On-site gym facilities at Essex Police HQ

Access to Health Services via our in-house Occupation Health and Welfare Teams

Free parking at the majority of our sites, however there will be an expectation to make your own parking arrangements if attending the hot desking area at Chelmsford Police Station


Essex Police offer incremental increases within this salary band, therefore the salary for this position will rise to a maximum of £29,874.00.

All of our posts require a level of vetting and security clearance. During the recruitment process you will be sent vetting information forms to complete.


Where appropriate we will make adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and/or the working environment provided it is reasonable in all the circumstances to do so.


This post is open to:

British Citizens
Members of a European Economic Area (EEA) state who hold settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.


Commonwealth citizens or foreign nationals (who are not British citizens or European Economic Area (EEA) state members) who have leave to enter or remain in the United Kingdom for an indefinite period that is free from restrictions.


All applicants (except those who have been serving abroad with the British Armed Forces) must have lived in the UK continuously for the past three years.

Essex Police and Kent Police are an equal opportunities employer. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes.


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