MASH Researcher

Wiltshire Police; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Gym membership

Well-being support

Generous Pension

Job summary

Wiltshire Police invites applications for a W6 Police Researcher in the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) based in Swindon. The role supports safeguarding concerns, sharing information for strategy discussions, and providing research of police information for external enquiries.

It requires motivation, resilience, and a strong sense of personal responsibility within a fast-paced environment. Based in Wat Tyler House, Swindon, the post is full time with 37 hours per week, 8-hour shifts,

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child protection procedures.
• Experience of conducting research.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight time constraints.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent prioritisation and time management skills.
• PNC & PND qualifications.
• Experience in a multi-agency environment.
• Experience working in safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support safeguarding investigations and information sharing for MASH.
• Contribute research to strategy discussions and partner enquiries.
• Operate within the Public Protection Department with professional accountability.
• Carry out duties in the Swindon office as part of a police team.

Skills

Child protection

Research experience

Pressure handling

Teamwork

Multi-agency work

Safeguarding

Job description

At Wiltshire Police, we are dedicated to making our community a safer place for everyone. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance, Wiltshire Police offers a range of opportunities to grow and develop. Join us, and be part of a team that values courage, compassion, and dedication to public service. Help us to keep Wiltshire safe.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone. If there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know

About the role

Applications are sought for the position of a W6 Police Researcher within the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) based in Wat Tyler House in Swindon.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a multi-agency team who work to share information in a timely manner, respond quickly to safeguarding concerns to protect children and adults at risk of significant harm and provide proportionate, effective research of Police information for use at multi agency strategy discussions and in response to external partner agency enquiries.

Applicants will need to be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressured time constraints in a fast paced and dynamic team environment, and demonstrate personal responsibility to deliver high standards of professional practice with an essential knowledge of child protection procedures. The successful applicant will be line managed within the Public Protection Department reporting structure.

This is an ideal opportunity to gain multi-agency partnership experience within a police team. The role is performed in the office at Wat Tyler House in Swindon town centre.

The post is full time 37 hours a week. The successful applicant will work 8 hour shifts between the hours of 8am and 5pm on a Monday to Friday and there is some bank holiday working.

• Knowledge of child protection procedures
• Experience of conducting research
• Ability to work under pressure to tight time constraints
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent prioritisation and time management skills
• PNC & PND Qualifications
• Experience in a multi agency environment
• Experience working in safeguarding

Please note for the successful applicant, there may be some training completed at Swindon in Wat Tyler House & County Hall, Trowbridge

• Excellent career development opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
• Hybrid working
• Flexi hours scheme
• Free On-Site Gym membership
• Physical and mental well-being support
• Generous Pension scheme

Please note, all roles will be subject to a vetting procedure, some roles due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance.

Advert closing date: 25th November 23:55. Depending on the number of applications received, we reserve the right to close this role early.

We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all of our applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.