CTU XT1171 HOLMES Indexer **External**

West Yorkshire Police; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Annual leave 25 days + 5 years 30 days

Generous pension scheme

Employee assistance service

Cycle to work

Blue Light discount card

Staff shop

Job summary

West Yorkshire Police is seeking a HOLMES Indexer in the Counter Terrorism Policing – North East region. The role, based in South Leeds, is a full-time permanent position (37 hours) requiring support with the HOLMES computer system for major enquiries.

You will train to use policing systems, perform Word and Excel tasks, and be prepared for flexible hours and UK-wide duties including weekends. A competitive salary and benefits package apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to use the HOLMES computer system and other policing systems.
• Willingness to complete the HOLMES Course.
• Basic knowledge of Word Processing and Spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Provide support using HOLMES in investigation of Major enquiries.
• Work with secure, bespoke policing systems as required.

Skills

HOLMES system

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Computer literacy

Training

Job description

THIS VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY

HOLMES Indexer
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
South Leeds
Full time permanent – 37 hours

An excellent opportunity has arisen to play a key role in a unique team, supporting the work of Counter Terror Policing.

In this role you will provide support using the HOLMES computer system in the investigation of Major enquiries.

You will be required to:

• Use a secure, bespoke system as well as complete training to use policing systems
• Be capable of successfully completing a full HOLMES Course.
• Have basic knowledge of and ability to use computer packages such as Word Processing and Spreadsheets.

You must be prepared to work flexible hours to suit the CTP requirements and willing to work with in the UK wherever required as part of a Regional and National response. This role also includes weekend working.

The posts involve working a rota pattern including weekends, 1 week in every 4, for which you will receive relevant weekend enhancement.

The stages of recruitment are as follows:

Tuesday 6 October 2026 - Assessment
Tuesday 13 October and Wednesday 14 October 2026 – Interviews

The Benefits:

• Starting salary of £27,204 rising to £29,859 per annum
• Opportunity for progression to Higher Holmes Indexer with salary range of £30,333 rising to £32,613 per annum, subject to meeting specific criteria
• A modern office building, close to good road/public transport networks and free on-site parking
• Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after 5 years, plus statutory Bank Holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Employee assistance service – accessible 24/7, providing counselling and financial advice for you and your immediate relatives.,
• Cycle to work scheme
• Blue Light discount card (discounts include Asda and Costco)
• Membership to the company shop

For more information about the role please contact CTPNE HR via [e-mail]

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate, and based on your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified—such as presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or AI-generated content, as your own—applications may be withdrawn.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to enhanced level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment.

You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTP NE.

For security reasons you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.

The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 20 September 2026

The post is suitable for job share.

For roles which are advertised as Career Progression Schemes, individuals will be appointed to the bottom scale point of the appropriate grade within the scheme, based on the role entry requirements. Full progression through the scheme may be subject to attaining a specific qualification or successfully passing an assessment or review.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.