Researcher - PSD

Adecco Portugal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Professional Development

Supportive Environment

Job summary

South Yorkshire Police is seeking a dedicated Researcher to join the Professional Standards Department for a six-month temporary assignment. The role involves collating statistics, supporting investigations, liaising with external agencies, reviewing force policies, and assisting with FOI requests, while handling confidential information to high standards.

Hybrid working and a commitment to diversity are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles with data input and clerical duties.
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and handling confidential information.
• Experience maintaining computerised databases and strong MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Collating Statistical Information from police departments for internal and external use.
• Support Investigations by retrieving and organising information.
• Liaison with external agencies for safeguarding reviews.
• Policy Review Support for Force policies and procedures.
• Report preparation and briefing documents for decision-making.
• FOI requests research and information gathering.
• Administrative support and duties including communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Administrative experience

Confidential information handling

Data protection act knowledge

Database management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Researcher - PSD

Location: Carbrook, Sheffield

Contract Type: Temporary

Annual Salary: £14.99 per hour

Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you ready to make a positive impact in the public services sector? Our client, South Yorkshire Police are seeking a dedicated Researcher to join their Professional Standards Department for a six-month temporary position. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to the integrity and safety of their community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collating Statistical Information: Gather and compile data from various departments within South Yorkshire Police for both internal and external use.
• Support Investigations: Retrieve and organise information from multiple sources to aid Professional Standards investigations and operations.
• Liaison with External Agencies: Communicate with external organisations to obtain and disseminate information related to safeguarding reviews.
• Policy Review Support: Collect and analyse information from police officers, staff, and partner agencies to assist in the review of Force Policies and Procedures.
• Report Preparation: Produce concise reports and prepare briefing documents to support decision-making processes.
• FOI Requests: Research internal systems to gather information necessary for Freedom of Information requests.
• Administrative Support: Attend meetings with Professional Standards Detective Sergeants and Inspectors, providing the necessary administrative support.
• Clerical Duties: Handle administrative tasks, including managing telephone calls, emails, and postal requests.

Essential:

• Previous experience in an administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, with data input experience.
• The ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Knowledge of the Data Protection Act.
• Experience maintaining computerised databases.
• Excellent communication skills.**Please note this role is subject to POLICE VETTING, you must have been residing within the UK for a minimum of 5 years continually*

Desirable:

• Experience or training in the use of PNC.
• Familiarity with relevant South Yorkshire Police databases and systems, including OIS, CMS, CATS, and Connect.
• Experience in minute-taking and report writing.
• Experience working on a multi-agency basis.

Why Work for Our Client?

• Hybrid Working: Flexibility in your working pattern to support work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and skill enhancement.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values collaboration and integrity.

If you are passionate about contributing to public services and meet the criteria outlined above, this could be the perfect role for you!

Our client is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of background.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.