Vetting Researcher

Service Care Solutions; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Vetting Researcher to join their Vetting and Disclosure team. The role involves processing sensitive information, validating requests, and maintaining records accurately. Candidates should have GCSE in English, clerical experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time position on a 6-month contract with potential for an extension, located in Leicester with a pay rate of £15.79 per hour.

Benefits

Professional development

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in clerical/administrative roles requiring attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle sensitive information.
• Knowledge of Data Protection and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Receive and validate requests from authorised agencies.
• Provide offender history to authorised agencies in compliance with legislation.
• Cross-reference correspondence with records for data accuracy.
• Maintain filing systems and office equipment.
• Provide guidance on vetting matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clerical/administrative experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Typing speed of 25 wpm

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Data Protection

Experience using multiple databases

Familiarity with Police National Computer

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent

Job description

Vetting Researcher

Location: Tigers Place, Tigers Road, Leicester. Contract: 6-month contract with potential extension (37 hours per week). Pay Rate: £15.79 PAYE per hour. Start Date: ASAP.

About the Role:

Join our Vetting and Disclosure team as a Vetting Researcher. You will process sensitive information, cross-reference records, and provide advice and assistance to authorised members of the Force. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and validate requests from authorised agencies and update records on the Police National Computer system.
• Provide offender history to authorised agencies in compliance with relevant legislation.
• Cross-reference correspondence with records and ensure data accuracy.
• Maintain filing systems and office equipment as required.
• Provide guidance and support to Force members on vetting matters.

Essential skills and experience:

• GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent in English Language or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in clerical/administrative roles requiring attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; typing speed of 25 wpm.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle sensitive information.
• Team player with proactive problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Data Protection, Freedom of Information, Human Rights, and Computer Misuse legislation.
• Experience using multiple databases simultaneously.
• Familiarity with Police National Computer and local police/court information systems.

Why Join

We offer the opportunity to work across a large, collaborative Policing Function and professional development and ongoing training.

Apply Now

If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.

Harry Greenhalgh
Recruitment Lead – Police | Youth Justice | Domestic Abuse
Service Care Solutions