An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Vetting Unit Supervisor in the Professional Standards Department.
What you will be doing?
To support the Force Vetting Manager (FVM) in the supervision of the Vetting Unit and in the provision of a comprehensive vetting service, compliant with the Vetting Code of Practice and the Authorised Professional Practice. To oversee the implementation of police vetting in terms of police and non-police personnel, ensuring that only those who act in accordance with the principles of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Behaviour are recruited and retained. To deputise for the FVM as and when required, and to assist the FVM in their role as the Force lead for vetting, assuming responsibility for strategic work as directed (including taking a lead role in specific vetting projects and / or areas of vetting business).
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.
https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Docume…
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.


