13268 - Vetting Support Officer - North West & Midlands
Employer:
Ministry of Justice
Location:
M60 9AH
Pay:
£28,122 to £29,611 per year
Contract Type:
Contract
Hours:
Full time
Disability Confident:
No
Closing Date:
29/01/2026
About this job
Job Title: Vetting Support Officer
* North West & Midlands Directorate: Directorate of Security Team: Risk and Capabilities Unit (RaCU) Grade: HMPPS Band 3 We are seeking enthusiastic and highly organised individuals to join our team as Regional Support Officers on an initial 2-year posting to support the regional rollout of Routine & Responsive Vetting across HMPPS. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in strengthening local engagement with Vetting Contact Points (VCPs) across both prison and probation sites.
You will help build a vibrant VCP community where learning, collaboration, and best practice can be shared and celebrated.
Key Responsibilities: Site Engagement: Regularly visit regional sites to foster relationships with local VCPs and support the development of a connected and collaborative community.
Practical Support: Provide hands‑on assistance to staff with vetting queries, acting as a trusted point of contact between sites and the wider vetting team.
Community Building: Encourage knowledge sharing and peer support among VCPs to strengthen local capability and consistency.
Stakeholder Liaison: Represent the vetting team regionally, ensuring clear communication and feedback loops between central and local teams.
What We’re Looking For: A highly organised individual with excellent interpersonal skills.
Someone who is motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting others.
A natural listener who can build trust and rapport with staff across diverse settings.
An individual keen to develop their networking and stakeholder engagement skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
This role offers a fantastic development opportunity for those looking to broaden their experience in operational support, stakeholder engagement, and community building.
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