Role type
Police Staff
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Department
Professional Standards Department
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Location
Stratford
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Is this a Politically Restricted role?
No
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Grade/scale
D
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Salary
£30,333 - £32,613
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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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Hours per week
37
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Competency and value framework (CVF) level?
1
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Closing date
03/08/2026, 12:00
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Job description
Vetting Case Officer
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Permanent
Full Time
£30,333.00 - £32,613.00
We are actively recruiting for our November 2026 cohort!
Join the National Vetting Service – Warwickshire Police
On behalf of all police forces in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, Warwickshire Police is proud to deliver the Police National Vetting Service – a vital function that ensures individuals working with, or on behalf of police forces meet the highest standards of integrity and trust.
We process approximately 25,000 vetting applications annually, including security reviews, to safeguard access to police sites, assets, data, and systems. Vetting is essential to maintaining public confidence, preventing dishonest or corrupt practices, and protecting the integrity of policing across the UK.
We’re Recruiting – Be Part of a Trusted Team
If you’re passionate about protecting communities and supporting national policing, we want to hear from you.
We’re looking for people who are:
Able to identify and investigate risk with a keen eye for detail
Trustworthy, with a strong sense of integrity
Team players who thrive in a collaborative environment
Strong communication skills using a variety of mediums
Confident using a range of IT systems and software, with the ability to accurately record, manage and analyse information
Able to organise and prioritise workloads effectively in a fast-paced environment
Our Values Drive Everything We Do
At Warwickshire Police, we live by our values:
Service – We are here to serve and protect, ensuring the safety and trust of our communities.
Pride – We take pride in our work and the role we play in national policing.
Compassion – We treat everyone with respect, empathy, and understanding.
Learning – We are committed to continuous improvement and personal development.
What We Offer
Hybrid working: Up to 3 days a week from home after probation
Full-time roles with flexible working arrangements
Meaningful work that directly contributes to national security and public safety
Supportive team culture and opportunities for growth
Apply Today
Join Warwickshire Police’s Vetting Department and help protect the integrity of policing across the UK. Be part of a team that values service, pride, compassion, and learning.
If you are interested in this role, below is some suggested reference material:
Vetting Code of Practice - Vetting Code of Practice updated | College of Policing
Vetting APP Vetting | College of Policing
Police National Vetting Service Website - Police National Vetting Service | Warwickshire Police
HMICFR - Vetting and counter-corruption pages Vetting and counter-corruption - His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (justiceinspectorates.gov.uk)
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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.
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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.
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