DBS Decision Maker

Police Staff
Permanent
Legal Services
Rugby
No
OFFSCALE
E - £32,247.00 - £37,692.00 (pro rata £20,916.00 - £24,448.00)
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.  
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28/03/2025, 12:00

Job Purpose: 

To be responsible for the decision making and disclosure element in relation to all disclosure requests such as DBS; Pressing Social Need; Common Law Disclosures etc. and all elements of Civil Disclosure from the public and external bodies which includes legal aid requests.


Main Responsibilities: 

  1. To manage processing all disclosure requests by application of documented Warwickshire Police procedures  which requires taking personal responsibility for risk assessing the relevancy, accuracy and the proportionality of non-convictional, convictional and not guilty information.
  2. To be responsible for the compilation and submission of disclosure files to the Chief Officer Delegate (COD) for authorisation of disclosure.
  3. To be responsible for the decisions relating to non-disclosures.
  4. To provide advice and guidance to all Warwickshire Police staff, internal departments and external customers to ensure compliance with relevant processes.
  5. To work, as directed by the Disclosure Supervisor, to deliver an effective, high quality service to the organisation.
  6. To monitor and evaluate on-going disclosure processes and to advise on decisions.  To highlight any trends, advise and make recommendations on police disclosure procedures and Force Policy.
  7. To participate in meetings provide relevant feedback and work as part of the team.
  8. To mentor new starters and the training and supervision of the Disclosure Assistant in all areas of Civil Disclosure.
  9. To be familiar with and support the aims and objectives of the team, section, department, directorate and organisation.
  10. To undertake other duties commensurate with the nature, level of responsibility and grading of this post, as required.

Special Conditions: Exposure to disturbing/unpleasant images or tasks.


Person Specification: 

Knowledge:

  • A Level 3, or equivalent, qualification.
  • An understanding and good working knowledge of disclosure procedures and the relevant legislation.
  • Knowledge of Quality Assurance Framework (QAF) and statutory code of practice.
  • Demonstrable evidence of a commitment to personal and professional development.

Desirable:

  • A working knowledge of police disclosure procedures.

Experience:

  • Experience of co-ordinating disclosure and related processes.
  • Experience of gathering, risk assessing and analysing evidence in order to make recommendations
  • Experience of working in a confidential environment demonstrating a high level of personal integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential matters.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience of co-ordinating disclosure processes within a policing environment.  

Key Skills:

  • Ability to work to tight deadlines and changing priorities.
  • Ability to quickly absorb information and understand new disclosure policies and processes.
  • Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, witness statements and notes of Court hearing. 
  • Ability to communicate with a wide range of people both verbally and in writing. 
  • Ability to be flexible, using own initiative and working without direct supervision. 
  • Excellent IT skills, including the use of databases, spreadsheet applications and computerised resource planning systems.

Why work for Warwickshire Police?

Warwickshire Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Warwickshire Police is the force for you.

Equality, diversity and inclusion


Warwickshire Police are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from minority ethnicity communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

Recruitment and Selection Policy


Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory lists


Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and safeguarding

Warwickshire Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Please note, you will require the following detail to complete this application form; NI Number, ID detail, address information, referee information, full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained.  You may also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have. The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes. Please therefore ensure you allow time to complete this fully as part complete pages will not be saved.  

This vacancy is closed to applications.