Uniform Services Assistant

Sussex Police; Shalford; On-site; GBP 24,810 - 26,875; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

On-site gyms

Financial and mental wellbeing guidance

Job summary

Sussex Police is seeking a Uniform Services Assistant in Shalford to support officers by managing uniform and equipment supplies efficiently. The role involves picking, packing, and dispatching orders, ensuring excellent customer service while working in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a busy setting.

Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Reliability and organizational skills are essential.
• Experience in a warehouse setting is a plus.
• Ability to lift and move boxes safely.

Responsibilities

• Picking, packing, and dispatching uniform and equipment orders.
• Providing uniform fitting services and advising staff.
• Maintaining inventory levels and stock checks.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a warehouse environment

Proactive stock management

Ability to prioritize workloads effectively

Job description

Division / Department - Estates and Facilities Management
Grade - Grade C
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Fixed Term Contract
Salary Grade Range - £24,810 - £26,875
Working Hours - 36.0 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Stonebridge, Shalford

The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro‑ra if the working hours are less than full time.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

Are you organised, proactive and enjoy providing excellent customer service? Surrey Police are looking for a Uniform Services Assistant to join our small team, helping to ensure that officers and staff across Surrey and Sussex Police have the uniform and equipment they need to carry out their vital roles.

This is a varied and hands‑on position where you'll play an important part in managing uniform and equipment supplies, ensuring orders are processed efficiently and delivered within agreed service levels.

What you'll be doing

• Picking, packing and dispatching uniform and equipment orders
• Providing uniform fitting services and offering advice to officers and staff
• Ordering stock and maintaining inventory levels
• Carrying out regular stock checks and stock‑taking activities
• Supporting day‑to‑day warehouse operations
• Assisting with the handling, recycling and environmentally responsible disposal of returned uniform and equipment

Skills & Experience

We're seeking someone who is reliable, well‑organised and able to thrive in a busy environment.

• Be comfortable working in a warehouse environment and capable of safely lifting and moving boxes and stock
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and staff across two Forces
• Be able to prioritise workloads effectively and manage multiple demands in a fast‑paced setting
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to stock management and resource planning
• Remain calm, focused and effective when working under pressure

This is an opportunity to play a key supporting role within Surrey and Sussex Police, helping to ensure frontline officers and staff are equipped to serve our communities. You'll be part of a supportive team where your contribution makes a real difference every day.

If you're organised, customer‑focused and enjoy a varied role with a mix of warehouse, logistics and customer service responsibilities, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Work With Us?

Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. We are open to conversations about job shares and part‑time working. We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public. This may include flexi‑time and home working.

We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits:

• Career progression
• Contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Discounts for everyday spend
• On‑site gyms and a range of sports clubs
• Generous and supportive parental leave
• Financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
• Discounted contributory healthcare scheme