Referral Assessor

Merseyside Police; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police service in the United Kingdom is seeking a Referral Assessor to safeguard vulnerable adults and children by reviewing vulnerability referrals and assessing risks. The role involves collaboration with partner agencies and adherence to data protection regulations. Ideal candidates will have training in Management of Police Information, knowledge of safeguarding processes, and experience with relevant IT systems. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Training in Management of Police Information (MOPI) or equivalent.
• Understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children and Vulnerable Adults (2018).
• Familiarity with Information Sharing Agreements (ISA).
• Knowledge of child protection and domestic abuse processes.
• Experience in managing electronic VPRFs.

Responsibilities

• Review vulnerability referrals from internal and external sources.
• Research police systems for relevant information.
• Make decisions on referral pathways.
• Ensure compliance with data protection legislation.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Multi-agency information sharing

Ability to work independently

Tools

Corvus

NICHE

PNC

PND

STORM

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Referral Assessor, you will play a vital role in safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. You will review all vulnerability referrals made to the police, assess risk, and evaluate the needs of those referred. This includes researching police systems to gather all known information and making informed decisions on appropriate referral pathways and support networks to ensure risk is managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and assess vulnerability referrals from internal and external sources.
• Research police systems to collate relevant information.
• Make informed decisions on referral pathways and safeguarding measures.
• Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and information-sharing frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to manage risk and safeguard individuals.

Essential Knowledge & Experience

• Training in Management of Police Information (MOPI) or “Managing Information.”
• Understanding of statutory guidance: Working Together to Safeguard Children and Vulnerable Adults (2018).
• Familiarity with Information Sharing Agreements (ISA) between police and partner agencies.
• Knowledge of child protection, vulnerable adult, and domestic abuse processes and best practice.
• Experience in:
  • Managing electronic VPRFs via Corvus.
  • Using systems such as NICHE, PNC, PND, CORVUS, STORM.
  • Multi‑agency information sharing and safeguarding processes.
  • Risk assessment tools (e.g., MERIT, DASH, Levels of Need).
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to learn new IT systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads, and thrive in a high‑demands environment.