Disclosure Officer

DBS Unit
Kidlington
TVP Broad Band 3G
Band 3G, circa £29,155 per annum, plus benefits
Full Time
Permanent

Three posts

In this interesting role, you will be responding to requests for information from the DBS Barring arm to facilitate decisions in relation to their management of the barred lists. You will be the point of contact for the Common Law Police Disclosure (CLPD) process, providing specialist advice to officers and relevant external organisations. You will liaise with partner agencies and other police forces to ensure appropriate consideration of information in relation to risk of public safety. 

You will assess information identified by DBS Researchers for potential disclosure to the DBS and make disclosure recommendations to Line Management. You will make significant, autonomous decisions in relation to non-disclosure of information with due consideration for relevancy, proportionality and corroboration of information in line with the Quality Assurance Framework. 

You will have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including with internal and external stakeholders. You will have meticulous attention to detail and the ability to gather and record information effectively. Previous experience of problem solving and decision-making is considered essential. You will be IT literate including proven experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications. 

As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 22-30 days annual leave per annum pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link. 

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 19106. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible. 

Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance. 

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 5th June 2022. 

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with.  We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing YouWe promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Valuing Difference.  We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

This opportunity is closed to applications.