DBS Researcher

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Unit
Kidlington
Band 3F circa £22,048 per annum. Progression based on performance
Full Time
Permanent

In this important role you will provide an effective checking and disseminating safeguarding service to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to aid the Service Level Agreement between Thames Valley Police and the DBS. Duties will include research of information and intelligence systems to make informed and accurate decisions in order to identify potentially relevant information which may present risk to children and vulnerable adults.

A good standard of education with excellent numeric and literacy skills is essential along with proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new systems. You will have good communication and interpersonal skills (both oral and written) and a proven ability to handle difficult customers. You must have the ability to assimilate knowledge and understanding of the DBS procedure, consider complicated information and apply relevant decisions.

Along with all other posts on Force CID, Intelligence and Specialist Operations, 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 13220. 

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 30th April 2017. 

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.


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.