Trainee IRB Operator

Information Research Bureau (IRB)
Kidlington
Band 2D, circa £25,441 per annum pro rata, rising to band 2E, £26,750 per annum pro rata on satisfactory completion of training courses and time in post, INCLUSIVE of 33.5% shift allowance for 24/7 rotating shift.
Full Time
Permanent

The IRB Department provides a 24hr telephone/radio helpline to the Force and deals with real time requests from operational officers relating to ongoing incidents and enquiries. IRB operators work in small teams and are responsible for creating and maintaining accurate, timely and comprehensive criminal records on the Police National Computer (PNC). They are also skilled at the in depth researching of a wide range of applications including the Police National Database, Niche, National Firearms Licensing System (NFLMS) and Driver Validation System (DVS) and then disseminating the relevant information. The IRB is a busy environment and the work is both challenging and rewarding for its staff.  

You will be educated to a good standard including excellent numeric and literacy skills which should be evidenced in your application form. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential, whilst using your own initiative to analyse and resolve problems when they arise. You must be highly self motivated, have the ability to work as part of a busy team under pressure and be flexible in your approach to working tasks and hours. You should have experience of and the ability to use computers with a wide variety of IT applications and a proven ability of inputting data accurately and quickly. 

You will work a three shift pattern, covering the 24hr period (07:00-16:00, 12:00–22:00, 22:00–07:00), to ensure that an effective and timely service is provided to support operational policing. 

Applicants who have applied within the last six months should not reapply on this occasion. 

Along with all other posts in the Force Crime Department this role will require an enhanced level of vetting. 

If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 13745. 

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 22nd October 2017. 

All posts in Thames Valley Police require a level of Police Vetting as per National Policy. In order to pass vetting you must have been resident in the UK for at least the three years immediately prior to applying for any role. Exceptions to this will be reviewed on a case by case basis. If you’re not a British citizen, member of the EEA or a Swiss National, you must have a visa entitlement to live and work in the UK for a period of time dependant on training requirements. 

Thames Valley Police serves diverse communities. To enable us to truly reflect the communities we serve, we are keen to recruit people from Black, Asian and other minority backgrounds. You will need a wide range of skills and experiences which will enhance the services we deliver to the public including an understanding of cultural issues. If this is you, we want you to apply to join us.  

We will consider applications from flexible workers and look for job share opportunities where possible.

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.