Do you have an enquiring mind and attention to detail and enjoy casework and report writing?
Do you have experience of mentoring team members?
Do you have a commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults within regulated activity in the community?
This role requires you to assist your team supervisor as part of an agile team responsible for performing police checks and disclosure assessments for the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you. We wish you all the very best with your application. Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role & Key Responsibilities
You will perform higher-level DBS checks and investigations on cases involving applicants who may be unsuitable to work in Regulated Activity, compiling disclosure rationales in accordance with the national DBS QAF framework. Alongside your team Supervisor, you will be responsible for assisting with the recruitment and training of team members, monitoring performance and quality assurance, as well as working with the Supervisor and Disclosure Services Manager to formulate and refine working practices.
Skills & Experience
You should preferably have experience of working within a DBS unit or be a fast-learner. You must be willing to work with, and assist your Supervisor with the running and supervision of a team agilely/remotely within required core hours Monday to Friday. You will be a self-starter with excellent analytical, report-writing and problem-solving skills. You will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the relevant DBS national and practitioner protocols and safeguarding legislation, as well as solid experience in use of police systems such as PNC and NICHE, or a willingness to learn them quickly. This role requires the flexibility and adaptability that a newly created team necessitates.
Why Work With Us?
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
* career progression
* contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
* generous annual leave allowance
* discounts for everyday spend
* on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
* generous and supportive parental leave
* financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
* discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Further Information
Please contact Mark Miller at or for further information about the vacancy. This vacancy will be based at Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford although there is a requirement that the successful applicant will work agilely with their team from suitable force sites and home working according to best service and team dynamic.
Working hours are core office hours by negotiation with your manager.
Please note that this role has an 18 month tenure which precludes applying for other roles within Surrey Police for this period.
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people.
It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service.
We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work.
We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Additional Information
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Job Detail
Reference number
SYSX STAFF04550
Date posted
02/09/2025
Closing date
14/09/2025
Location
Surrey Police Headquarters, Guildford