Overview
Would you like a career like no other? If so… Join Us
South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe. We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family.
We are looking for someone to #JoinUs as a Vetting Manager in our Professional Standards Department. This pivotal role will be responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of vetting services across the force, ensuring consistent, impartial, and risk-based decision-making to protect the integrity of South Wales Police and prevent infiltration by individuals who may pose a threat to public confidence or operational security.
Salary: The substantive salary for this role ranges from £45,147 - £48,884. Due to an increase in vetting applications, additional staff have been appointed temporarily, resulting in a temporary regrade of the post. Consequently, the post holder will be temporarily appointed at the top of the pay scale. This arrangement will be reviewed at the end of June 2026.
Could you be who we are looking for?
About The Team/Department You Will Be Joining
* We are a small team based in the Professional Standards Department, responsible for driving change, development and implementation of the vetting process.
* We are based primarily in Bridgend with the opportunity for some flexible working.
* The team will review applications, interrogate intelligence systems and record decisions around suitability that may be subject to challenge.
Role and Key Responsibilities
* The role is responsible for the running and management of the vetting department, ensuring that policies and process are in line with national guidance, Authorised Professional Practice and regulations.
* The role requires the application of consistent and impartial decision making, prioritising applications to minimise risk and ensure the force is not infiltrated by those who may pose a threat to public confidence or operational security.
* You will act as a recognised source of expertise within this area, analysing and presenting management information to senior managers and Chief Officers.
Qualifications and Experience
* Have a sound understanding of vetting processes and experience of working with relevant systems.
* Gather, verify and assess all appropriate and available information to gain an accurate understanding of situations.
* Manage recruitment, development, motivation and change processes within a team.
* Translates strategy into specific plans and actions, effectively managing competing priorities with available resources.
Benefits
There are numerous benefits to working for South Wales Police, from learning and development opportunities to schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing, as well as generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes, paid annual leave, flexible working and family friendly policies and many more.
How to Apply / Contact
If you would like any more information about the role, please contact Alan Williams, on 01656 869211, extension 67780 or on 07738 063303.
This role closes on 18/09/24 - apply today and join Team SWP!
First time applying for a role with South Wales Police? Be sure to read our application guidance for hints and tips around the application form and what to expect. Police staff application guidance | South Wales Police. Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to the required level.
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