Vetting Researcher

Service Care Solutions; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Vetting Researcher to join Dorset Police's Professional Standards Department. This hybrid role involves researching and analyzing police databases to support vetting decisions. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and communication skills and understand Data Protection laws. This position offers a full-time contract with an initial 12 weeks office training followed by flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Strong research and information-gathering skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Data Protection legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research on applicants and contractors.
• Make recommendations on vetting decisions.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with stakeholders.
• Support recruitment campaigns.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to meet deadlines

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Vetting Researcher

Location: Middlemoor (Exeter) / Winfrith (Dorset) - Hybrid Working

Contract: 6 month contract with potential extension

Pay Rate: £14 PAYE per hour / £17.80 Umbrella per hour

Start Date: ASAP (subject to vetting)

About the Role

Dorset Police is seeking Alliance Vetting Researchers to join the Professional Standards Department, Vetting Unit. This role involves researching, analysing, and evaluating Force, National and bespoke police databases to support vetting decisions in accordance with the Authorised Professional Practice (APP) for Vetting, Vetting Code of Practice, and the Police Code of Ethics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research on applicants, contractors, and volunteers using national and local police systems.
• Make recommendations on vetting decisions, including low-level negative traces.
• Support recruitment campaigns and vetting projects, including renewals and TUPE transfers.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct low-level financial interviews with applicants where necessary.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong research, analytical, and information-gathering skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to navigate other information systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, work independently, and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous, methodical, and flexible approach.
• Understanding of Data Protection legislation and handling sensitive information with discretion.

Desirable

• Experience with police systems such as PNC, PND, NICHE/Unifi.
• Experience handling confidential or sensitive information.

Working Arrangements

• Exeter: Initial 12 weeks office-based training, then minimum 1 day/week in office; expectation may increase up to 50%.
• Dorset: Hybrid, office attendance required on occasions, may increase over time.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the integrity and security of the police force while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring vetting decisions are fair, consistent, and compliant with national standards.

How to Apply

Service Care Solutions is assisting in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the 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

Job Details

• Job Title: Vetting Researcher
• Company: Service Care Solutions
• Location: Dorset / Exeter
• Posted: Sep 26th 2025
• Closes: Oct 27th 2025
• Sector: Military, Emergency & Government
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time