An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Retention and Wellbeing Officer in Occupational Health and Wellbeing.
This role is suitable for hybrid working; approximately 2 days home working with 3 days from the office. There will also be an occasional requirement to travel Force wide as and when required (a force vehicle can be used for this).
What you will be doing?
To report to the Wellbeing Manager and work closely with peers and other stakeholders to support workforce wellbeing and engagement. To work with Police Officers and Police Staff to understand reasons why individuals may be considering leaving the service, providing a safe and confidential space for them to discuss their concerns.
To develop and discuss potential appropriate interventions with line managers and others (such as Occupational Health, HR Service Delivery, Learning & Development) with the aim of agreeing interventions that align with both force and individual needs to improve wellbeing, prevent turnover and provide organisation resilience.
- Conduct ‘stay interviews’ with staff and officers who are considering leaving the service to understand their concerns and to put in place targeted interventions / support to prevent turnover.
- As a dedicated point of contact, consult with Managers and other relevant stakeholders to advise and assist in the implementation of appropriate wellbeing interventions or signpost to existing support and guidance.
If you think you have the skills and passion for this role, please click the attachment below to view the role profile. If you think this is the role for you, please complete an application, evidencing against the required attainments (usually found on the last page of the role profile).
Please also refer to the candidate guidance link below which provides more detail on how to complete your application.
What can you expect?
- All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
- 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
- Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
- Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
- Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
- Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
- Pension scheme
- Staff Support Networks
- Flexible working opportunities
- Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
- Sick pay provisions
All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.
Diversity and Welsh language
Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.
We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.
Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.
We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Information point:
If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: recruitment@dyfed-powys.police.uk
Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am – 11:30am here.
