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Department for Work and Pensions

Senior Data Governance Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>Engagement and Policy Division (EPD) is at the heart of how HSE reduces risk and protects people and places – it leads on HSE’s communications and business insight interventions and helps shape our policy and frontline inspection interventions.</p><p>The strength of EPD is our ability to bring to bear our collective capability on policy, operational strategy, insight and communications, to support HSE’s prevention mission on such important issues as promoting proportionality in health and safety management and our better regulation work.</p><p>These are operational delivery posts within a product safety team in the Technical Support and Engagement Group (TSEG), one part of EPD, responsible for providing technical, regulatory, and industries-related skills and knowledge.</p><p>The posts sit in TSEGs Operational Delivery Unit and requires the successful candidates to be able to bring experience of the regulation and investigation of product safety issues.</p><p>Our work protects the GB marketplace from unsafe and substandard work equipment and machinery, which risks the health and safety of users, undermines standards and puts businesses at a competitive disadvantage. You will undertake a range of investigative activities to support HSE’s role as a Market Surveillance Authority (MSA) responsible for effective regulation of work equipment and machinery.</p><p><strong>Part time working hours are available for 1 of the 4 roles. For this role we can accept part time applicants who can commit to working a minimum of 30 hours per week.</strong></p><h4>Job description</h4><p>We are looking for candidates who have experience of product safety and/or market surveillance activities, to work as part of a busy frontline operations team.</p><p>Applications from Trading Standards professionals, product safety policy professionals, as well as from those with experience of other product safety regimes would be welcomed.<br><br>In these roles you will directly influence economic operators, work with Inspectors and Specialists across HSE Divisions, colleagues in EPD, other Market Surveillance Authorities and a variety of external stakeholders. There is a need to possess or rapidly acquire an understanding and working knowledge of product safety legislation associated with GB Regulation on Accreditation and Market Surveillance (RAMS). The posts offer significant development opportunities, providing experience of operational interventions and in working collaboratively with a range of internal and external partners and stakeholders. <br><br>The post holders will require flexibility to adapt to new challenges – as HSEs product safety and market surveillance functions evolve and develop new investigation tools and techniques. <br><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Specifically, you will:</strong><br><br></p><ul><li>Investigate product safety concerns and support other HSE Divisions in the investigation of incidents where the design or manufacture of the product is a relevant line of enquiry.</li><li>Gather and analyse information from multiple sources to make robust, complex and sensitive regulatory decisions, dealing with broader issues such as public and media concern and political interest.</li><li>Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, using enforcement or operational policy skills, to inform regulatory decision making in product safety matters.</li><li>Work closely with staff in supporting roles and with specialist knowledge.</li><li>Evaluate products and take appropriate action in line with the product safety regulatory framework (RAMS) – including overseeing the withdrawal and recall of products from the GB market.</li><li>Input accurate records to the product safety database (PSD), as well as HSE’s internal systems.</li><li>Prepare reports and correspondence to a high standard.</li><li>Work with other regulators, stakeholders and government departments to maintain an effective network.<br><br></li></ul><p>The post holders will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently to contribute to a busy and supportive team, working flexibly across the Unit, the wider Division and with other disciplines. Travel and overnight stays may be required as part of regulatory interventions, for training, or for meetings within the UK.</p><p>These roles offer a hybrid working pattern where your working week can be split between your home and your local HSE office, details of which can be discussed prior to taking up the role. </p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Skills &amp; Criteria;</strong></p><ul><li>An understanding of product safety regulation and market surveillance activity (or experience of working in a similar regulatory environment).</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities and delivering results at pace in a dynamic environment.</li><li>Ability to quickly gain knowledge and understanding of policy, procedures and guidance; and experience of applying these in your work.</li><li>Demonstrate the confidence to lead meetings and show a strong ability to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.</li></ul><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Working Together</li><li>Seeing the Big Picture</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £47,686, Health and Safety Executive contributes £13,814 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li> Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li> An environment with flexible working options</li><li> A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li></ul><p><strong>We invest in our people with;</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive rates of pay</li><li>Access to the highly competitive <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension Scheme</a> to which HSE contribute 28.97%, far more than in the private sector.</li><li>Family friendly policies and working hours to help balance your home life and career</li><li>Carer friendly policies to help create a supportive working culture</li><li>25 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays and 1-day Civil Service privilege leave</li><li>Parental leave benefits</li><li>As a member of HSE you will gain access to a wide range of fantastic benefits that you can take advantage of such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, E-Gift Cards and Vouchers via our partner EdenRed.</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.<p><strong>Application Information</strong></p><p>As part of your application, you will be invited to complete an anonymised CV which should include your career history, experience, and qualifications. You will also be asked to complete an anonymised Personal Statement, of no more than 750 words which demonstrates how you meet the <strong>essential skills and criteria</strong> listed within the person specification. </p><p><strong>Application Guidance </strong></p><p>Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank">https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/</a><a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply/" target="_blank"></a></p><p><strong>Sift Information</strong></p><p>The sift will take place during week commencing 26th January 2026 where you will be assessed on your CV and Personal Statement.</p><p>In the event of a high number of applications you will be sifted on your personal statement only. </p><p><strong>Interview Information</strong><br><br>Interviews will take place during week commencing 16th February 2026 where you will be assessed against the behaviours listed within the job advert as well as your experience.<br><br>Interviews will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams. </p><p><strong>Sponsorship </strong></p><p>This role is not open to application from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and require sponsorship your application will be rejected, and any provisional offers of employment will be withdrawn.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>Please note that a Reserve List will be held for the period of up to 12 months. There is no guarantee you will be offered a role from our reserve lists, so if you see a vacancy on Civil Service Jobs that you are interested in, we recommend you apply.</p><p>HSE reserve the right to conduct additional checks, including Google and social media checks, when recruiting candidates into a role within HSE. These checks will be carried out in line with the Civil Service Commission Principles and, if used all candidates will be subject to these additional checks.</p><p>From 23rd June 2025, if you are successful at interview, as part of your pre-employment checks, HSE’s Recruitment Team are required to check your details against the Internal Fraud Hub (IFH), using your personal details – name, NINO, and date of birth. If you are included on the database, you will be refused employment. If you believe that there has been an error in the inclusion of your data and wish to make an appeal, please contact the CO email box <a href="mailto:internal.fraud@cabinetoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">internal.fraud@cabinetoffice.gov.uk</a>.</p><p>Details of the types of internal fraud/dishonesty covered by this process are defined by the Cabinet Office and can be found here <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice/internal-fraud-register-privacy-notice" target="_blank">Internal Fraud Register privacy notice - GOV.UK</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Rachel Bradshaw</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Rachel.Bradshaw@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">Rachel.Bradshaw@hse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you believe that Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition have not been met you can raise a complaint by emailing: <a href="mailto:HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk</a> or by writing to HSE at the following address: HSE Resourcing Team 2.3 Redgrave Court Merton Road Bootle Merseyside L20 7HS If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact Civil Service commissioners: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/civilservicecodecomplaints/" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/civilservicecode…</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzY2NTgmdmVyaWZ5PWY2ZTIyMTZhNjZkYjNjYWU3NGQ1Y2Q2ZTBhYzI3MDcyJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY3NjczNDkwLWM3YWJhZGUxNDQzZmMxODg0MzMwM2EzYTFjM2UwMWNjZDM0NThlMWU=" target="_blank">HSE Terms and Conditions - CSJ Advert Annex (2) Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 116kB)

Health and Safety Executive

Senior Advisor Product Safety (Band 3/SEO)

Senior Digital Portfolio Manager

Crown Prosecution Service

National Legal Trainee Scheme - Barrister - January 2026 (October 2027 start)

National Legal Trainee Scheme - Solicitor - January 2026 (October 2027 start)

Crown Prosecutor (January 2026)

Lead Supplier Manager

Senior IT Service Manager

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Overview of the job</strong></p><p>This is a divisional administrative role based in the PS regional office. The job holder reports to the Divisional Support Hub Manager and supports the provision of business specific and transactional office based activities across the regional PS Division.</p><p>The job holder works collaboratively with other team members to provide the whole range of administrative support services required. The job holder may be expected to support a number of teams/functions within the operational area and is expected to have sufficient knowledge of at least one other role to be able to offer support and cover during annual leave and sickness absence.</p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>The purpose of the role is to support the delivery of divisional administrative functions to ensure efficient and effective business support services are provided to the PS Division. Duties will include:</p><p>• Production of documents and reports using computer based systems.</p><p>• Maintenance of and contributing to the continuous improvement of administrative systems, processes and workflows to meet Divisional requirements.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities, Activities &amp; Duties</strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:</p><p><strong>Business Services support</strong></p><p>Provide a full range of support services to the PS Division, which will include the provision of a broad range of administrative functions as determined by the Divisional Support Hub Manager but which may include:</p><p>• HR</p><p>o Absence management recording</p><p>o Vetting administration and co-ordination</p><p>o Appraisal, reward and recognition recording</p><p>o Gift &amp; Hospitality register updating</p><p>o Training administration</p><p>o Maintaining up to date divisional organisational charts</p><p>o Health &amp; Safety administrative support</p><p>• ICT</p><p>o Change requests processing</p><p>o Local information management using established Probation systems</p><p>o Quantum point of contact</p><p>• Procurement</p><p>o I-Proc (requests)</p><p>• Other</p><p>o Assisting with the design, development and maintenance of computerised and manual records</p><p>o To work closely with the local senior management team to ensure that consistent processes are used within the local Probation teams</p><p>o Assisting with the production of core process maps which detail operational Probation processes as well as Corporate Support processes</p><p>o Processing and recording documents in relation to goods and services</p><p>o Administering room bookings, meetings and events</p><p>o Responding to external and internal telephone enquiries and personal callers</p><p>o Hire Car Booking administration</p><p>o General Office Administration</p><p>o Handling printing requests</p><p>o Circulating Alert office notifications as required</p><p>o To use keyboard skills to produce and present documentation effectively</p><p>o To respond to correspondence and queries as required</p><p>o To record, supply and retrieve accurate data from computerised systems and provide management information to strict deadlines</p><p>o To organise and store efficiently paper based information</p><p>o To deal with sensitive and confidential data in accordance with data protection requirements</p><p>o To work closely with Shared Services to ensure appropriate protocols and procedures are followed</p><p><strong>Use communication effectively</strong></p><p>• Providing information, feedback and advice</p><p>• Influencing and persuading</p><p>• Participate in meetings where appropriate</p><p>• Using appropriate skills, styles and approaches</p><p><strong>Enhance your own performance</strong></p><p>• Manage own resources and professional development</p><p>The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alternations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.</p><p><strong>Behaviours</strong></p><p>• Changing and Improving</p><p>• Leadership</p><p>• Working Together</p><p>• Managing a Quality Service</p><p>• Delivering at Pace</p><p><strong>Essential Experience</strong></p><p>• Experience of providing a wide range of business service support activities</p><p>• Previous administrative experience</p><p><strong>Technical requirements</strong></p><p>• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and RSA III (gained or working towards) or equivalent qualification such as CLAIT Advanced</p><p>• IT Skills: Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint (or equivalent i.e. Lotus Notes)</p><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Qualifications</h4>NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and RSA III (gained or working towards) or equivalent qualification such as CLAIT Advanced.<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Working Together</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Managing a Quality Service</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5358</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13673?entityId=13673" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13673?entityId=13673</a>

HM Prison & Probation Service

Administrative Officer - Yorkshire and the Humber Probation Service - Corporate Services - Full Time (Ref: 13673)

Senior Crown Prosecutor (January 2026)

Senior Cyber Platform Engineer

<h4>Job summary</h4>The Firearms Chronicle Coordinator is a key role within the Special Operations Unit Head Quarters Department supporting the NCAs niche covert armed capability responding to NCA and on occasions NPCC high risk serious and organised crime threats. You will be responsible for ensuring that the Armed operations Unit remain deployable and compliant with the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice for Armed Policing.<h4>Job description</h4><p>To support the Special Operations Unit with the management of the Firearms modules within the Chronicle system. Support and manage the implementation of new Chronicle modules, interfaces and upgrades. Manage all modules for the respective business areas, ensuring national minimum standards are achieved whilst also meeting individual business area requirements and providing an efficient, effective and robust service to all stakeholders. Directly manage and mentor a small team of specialist firearms Chronicle enabled staff. Support, mentor and develop staff within their role. Support the Chief Firearms Instructor as the Chronicle subject matter expert (SME) during College of Policing Inspections or any other assurance or post incident procedure. </p><p><strong>Duties and Responsibilities </strong></p><p>Management of staff</p><p>Management of Chronicle staff across a range of business areas, ensuring data standards and data integrity in line with Agency Policies and Operating Procedures.</p><p>Creation of data standards</p><p>Creation and maintenance of Agency specific Chronicle data standards in line with National guidance and College of Policing requirements.</p><p>Training</p><p>Responsibility for instruction and training across Chronicle modules within relevant business areas.</p><p>Maintenance of Chronicle modules</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the maintenance of existing firearms Chronicle modules or upgrades. Liaise with the supplier (Polaris) to ensure that the module is set up in line with national requirements.</p><p>Development of Chronicle modules</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the development of all Chronicle modules to ensure they evolve alongside changing policing requirements across all business areas.</p><p>Management of Chronicle</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the management of the “Core” of the NCA Chronicle system. Providing a robust, auditable and standardised approach, whilst securing the integrity of the system. Ensuring National and Agency minimum standards are achieved and maintained.</p><p>Providing Chronicle advice and guidance</p><p>Stand as the SME, providing Chronicle advice and guidance across all business areas and at all levels</p><p>Management of user permissions</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the issuing and management of all user access permissions of the Chronicle system, thereby ensuring robust data security.</p><p>Development, Maintenance and management of all Chronicle related interfaces</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the development, maintenance and management of all Chronicle related interfaces. Provide support to business areas with regards to their implementation and use.</p><p>Consultations</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the consultation process, creation, reviewing and management of all Chronicle Policy, Guidance and Procedure documents across all areas of business.</p><p>Operations Recording Requirements</p><p>Responsible and accountable for implementing, reviewing and the management of all modules “Operations recording requirements”, in line with the NCA Strategic Threat and Risk Assessment (STRA) data requirements.</p><p>Representation at Inspections</p><p>Represent the NCA during College of Policing (CoP) Firearms Training and Taser Training Licence inspections. Be interviewed with regards to the recording of training and the management of accreditation, using the NCA Chronicle system. Represent the NCA during HMICFRS inspections in relation to Firearms records. Be interviewed with regards to the recording of operational data using the NCA Chronicle system.</p><p>Attendance at workshops and conferences</p><p>Responsible and accountable for attending National JML Chronicle Development workshops decision and conferences as the representative of the NCA. Ensure effective consultation and communication with the relevant NCA business areas.</p><p>Developing relationships</p><p>Develop strong working relationships and work collaboratively with NCA Learning &amp; Development (L&amp;D) Training Managers, Operational Firearms Managers, Chief Firearms Instructor, Strategic Firearms lead, Special Operations Unit (SOU) Senior leadership team and National Stakeholders.</p><p>Training, supporting and mentoring staff</p><p>Train, mentor, support and monitor individual NCA Chronicle staff thereby ensuring a standardised operation of the system, in line with the requirements of the NCA Chronicle policies and procedures. This will include prioritising their workload, when necessary, in order to meet strategic requirements.</p><p>Data Extraction</p><p>Responsible and accountable for the extraction of NCA Operations data to feed and support the NCA Strategic Threat and Risk Assessments (STRAs), across all business areas.</p><br><p><strong>Full advert details for this vacancy can found on the advert on the NCA Recruitment Portal. Please follow the link to apply at advertisers' site.</strong></p><p></p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>Knowledge of Chronicle Firearms Modules</p><p>Effective working knowledge of all firearms modules within Chronicle.</p><p>Experience of Firearms Licensing Requirements/Inspections.</p><p>Experience of working with the College of Policing with regards firearms licensing requirements and inspections.</p><p>Management experience</p><p>Experience of managing and developing staff.</p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Developing Self and Others</li></ul><h4>Technical skills</h4><p>We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Experience of managing Chronicle Firearms Modules within a team environment to deliver organisational improvement</li><li>Experience of working with external stakeholders to develop, improve and implement systems set against organisational priorities.</li><li>Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders as part of a national inspection process.</li><li>Experience in improving culture within a team and measuring success.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £45,326, National Crime Agency contributes £13,130 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>All NCA employees are members of the UK Civil Service and eligible for the Civil Service pension scheme, alongside your salary the NCA contributes £13131. Further information on the benefits of the scheme is available on the <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme" target="_blank">Civil Service Pension Website.</a></p><p>New entrants to the NCA receive 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 on completion of 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays. </p><p>If qualifying criteria is met new joiners from UK Police Forces or the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) will have service with those employers taken into account for continuous service purposes for annual leave entitlement only, this will be up to a maximum of 31 days leave (including 1 privilege day).</p><p>Other benefits include:</p><ul><li>Flexible working, including flexi-time, compressed hours and job sharing (in line with business requirements) </li><li>Family friendly policies, notably above the statutory minimum</li><li>Learning and Development opportunities</li><li>Interest free loans and advances, including season tickets, childcare and rental deposits</li><li>Housing schemes - Key Worker status</li><li>Discounts and Savings with a wide variety of services including Cycle to Work, Smart Tech schemes, dental insurance, gym discounts and savings on everyday spending, available through the Reward Gateway , Edenred and Blue Light Card schemes.</li><li>Staff support groups/networks</li><li>Sports and social activities, including membership to the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) </li></ul><p>Further information is available on the <a href="https://nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/careers/benefits-and-support" target="_blank">NCA Website.</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours and Technical skills.<br><p><strong>How we will assess you</strong></p><p>Your application will be assessed against the following:</p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-technical" target="_blank"><strong>Technical</strong></a> - this will be assessed by 250 word examples on:</p><ul><li>Experience of managing Chronicle Firearms Modules within a team environment to deliver organisational improvement </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with external stakeholders to develop, improve and implement systems set against organisational priorities. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders as part of a national inspection process. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in improving culture within a team and measuring success. </li></ul><p>A panel will assess how well your application demonstrates the requirements outlined above.</p><p>You will receive an acknowledgement once your application is submitted.</p><p>We aim to have sift completed and scores released within 10 working days of the closing date of the advert. For high volume campaigns this timeframe may be extended.</p><p>Scores will be provided but further feedback will not be available at this stage.</p><p>For guidance on the application process, visit: <br><a href="https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/careers/applying-and-onboarding" target="_blank">NCA Applying and Onboarding</a></p><p><strong>Assessment 1</strong></p><p>The format of this assessment will be Interview which will be tested on the criteria listed in the <strong>Success Profiles at Assessment</strong> section.</p><p><strong>Success Profiles at Assessment</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-civil-service-behaviours" target="_blank"><strong>Behaviours</strong></a></p><ul><li>Changing and Improving </li></ul><ul><li>Developing Self and Others </li></ul><p><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles/success-profiles-technical" target="_blank"><strong>Technical</strong></a></p><ul><li>Experience of managing Chronicle Firearms Modules within a team environment to deliver organisational improvement </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with external stakeholders to develop, improve and implement systems set against organisational priorities. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders as part of a national inspection process. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in improving culture within a team and measuring success. </li></ul><p><strong>Assessment Outcome</strong></p><p>Outcomes will be communicated via the NCA recruitment portal. <br>If successful but no role is immediately available, you may be placed on a reserve list for 12 months. <br>Reserve lists can be used to fill similar role types across the Agency where the assessment criteria is considered a match by the recruitment team and the business area.</p><p>In the event of a tie at the assessment stage, available roles will be offered in merit order using the following order: </p><ol><li>Lead criteria (behaviours/technical/experience)</li><li>If still tied, desirable criteria will be assessed (if advertised) </li><li>If still tied, application sift scores will be used</li></ol><p>Feedback is provided only to those who attend an assessment.</p><p>You will be subject to vetting and pre-employment checks before appointment.</p><p>Once the vacancy closes, the advert will no longer be accessible. Please save a copy for your records. </p><p>We encourage all candidates to visit the <a href="https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/careers" target="_blank">NCA Careers Page</a> for more information.</p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : The Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk" target="_blank">central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : <a href="mailto:central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk" target="_blank">central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk" target="_blank">central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>If you believe your application has not been treated fairly, email: <a href="mailto:Central.Recruitment@nca.gov.uk" target="_blank">Central.Recruitment@nca.gov.uk</a> (quoting the vacancy reference). <br>If unresolved, you may escalate your complaint to the Civil Service Commission.<br><br>

National Crime Agency

Firearms Chronicle Co-ordinator

<h4>Job summary</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Job description</h4><p><strong>Overview of Security and Information Directorate (SID) </strong></p><p>SID is part of the Service Transformation Group. The Group oversees the building of a strategic vision for modernising and digitising our legacy systems, generating a coordinated plan across the MoJ and its agencies for transformation, and tracking delivery of this transformation.</p><p>Security and information management are fundamental building blocks of enabling the department to deliver. We have highly skilled experts working collaboratively with the department, Government Security Group, Government Knowledge and Information Management profession and other partners to enable the whole of the MoJ to function securely, lawfully and transparently.</p><p>We identify, manage, and mitigate MoJ’s security, data protection and information risks, and provide assurance against those risks. We’re also home to the Counter Fraud Centre of Expertise. Part of our mission is to up-skill the department so that security becomes second nature to our people and partners.</p><p><strong>Team Profile </strong></p><p>Security and Counter Fraud work as part of the Security Information Directorate to keep the MoJ and its people safe and secure. We cover:</p><ul><li>Group Security (including Personnel and Physical Security)</li><li>Security Governance and Portfolio</li><li>Counter Fraud Centre of Expertise</li><li>The Office of the Chief Security Office</li></ul><p>The responsibilities of the Personnel security team are:</p><ul><li>Deliver a high-quality National Security Vetting (NSV) service to ensure timely and accurate clearances.</li><li>Manage personnel security risks through effective handling of cases within the NSV Aftercare process.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee Overseas Security Travel Requests, ensuring compliance with security policy.</li><li>Lead and develop the Insider Risk Programme, driving initiatives to identify and mitigate internal risk.</li><li>Investigate, oversee, and continuously improve unauthorised disclosure investigations and processes.</li><li>Advise on and enhance personnel security policies, processes, and guidance, collaborating with stakeholders to manage risks and support Ministry of Justice staff.</li></ul><p><strong>Summary </strong></p><p>As Personnel Security Lead, you will be at the forefront of delivering and transforming the Ministry of Justice’s personnel security services, services that protect our people, safeguard our assets, and underpin national security. This is a leadership role with real impact: you will shape and embed an in-house National Security Vetting service, strengthen aftercare provision, and ensure our overseas security arrangements meet the highest standards.</p><p>You will work in partnership with the G7 Insider Risk Lead to deliver a proactive, integrated personnel security and insider risk capability across the Ministry of Justice. Together, you will lead a single, collaborative team, deputising for each other where necessary and building a culture of shared responsibility.</p><p>Your work will go beyond the basic service. You will lead a team dedicated to driving innovation, improving controls, and leveraging data-driven insights to enhance efficiency and resilience. From influencing policy to collaborating with stakeholders across government, you will ensure our personnel security function is proactive, agile, and aligned with strategic priorities.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities, Activities and Duties </strong></p><p>The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities, and duties:</p><p><strong>National Security Vetting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and Oversee NSV Services. Take strategic ownership of the Ministry of Justice’s National Security Vetting (NSV) function, ensuring clearance capacity is effectively managed and all processes align with HMG and MoJ policy.</li><li>Deliver and Embed the In-House NSV Service: Lead the seamless transition from external provision to a fully operational in-house National Security Vetting service. Drive implementation at pace while ensuring robust risk management, compliance, and operational excellence.</li><li>Develop and Mature Aftercare Provision. Build and enhance the NSV Aftercare capability, ensuring it is fit for purpose and supports the long-term integrity of the vetting process.</li></ul><p><strong>Overseas security</strong></p><ul><li>Shape Overseas Security Policy and Practice. Oversee MoJ’s approach to overseas travel, identifying gaps in service provision and leading improvements in policy and operational practice to meet HMG expectations.</li><li>Deliver Trusted Security Advice. Ensure the overseas travel security service provides timely, accurate, and supportive guidance to staff, enabling safe and secure travel across global locations.</li><li>Collaborate to Close Gaps. Work closely with stakeholders to identify and address potential gaps in service provision or policy, ensuring risks are mitigated and standards are consistently upheld.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership and Continuous Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and Empower a High-Performing Team. Manage a team of approximately 13 staff based across the UK. With direct line management of 1 SEO. Set clear objectives, promote collaboration, and ensure the team works as one to deliver for MoJ.</li><li>Build Capability and Team Spirit. Champion professional development and resilience within the personnel security team, creating a strong, supportive culture and developing security professionals for the future.</li><li>Drive Innovation and Efficiency. Identify opportunities to leverage automation and data-driven insights to improve performance, deliver cost savings, and streamline processes. Take decisive action to implement improvements.</li><li>Integrate Insider Risk with Personnel Security. Provide expert guidance to ensure the Insider Risk Programme is fully embedded within the wider personnel security function. Champion a joined-up approach that anticipates emerging threats, drives cultural change, and strengthens MoJ’s resilience.</li><li>Adapt to Strategic Priorities. Work collaboratively and supportively with SID senior leadership to deliver wider organisational objectives, adapting priorities and resources to meet evolving departmental and cross-government security requirements.</li></ul><p>This list is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.</p><p><strong>Minimum Eligibility </strong></p><ul><li>All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post. This post requires the successful candidate to achieve DV clearance. It is not a pre-requisite for the role but eligibility for DV clearance is.</li><li>All external candidates are subject to a minimum of 6 months’ probation. Internal candidates are subject to probation if they have not already served a probationary period within MoJ.</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process </strong></p><p>This vacancy will be assessed using Success Profiles:</p><p>The Civil Service recruits using Success Profiles. This means for each role we advertise; we consider what the candidate will need to demonstrate to be successful. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.</p><p>A Success Profile is made up of 5 elements:</p><ul><li>behaviours - the actions and activities that people do which result in effective performance in a job</li><li>strengths - the things we do regularly, do well and that motivate us</li><li>ability - the aptitude or potential to perform to the required standard</li><li>experience - the knowledge or mastery of an activity or subject gained through involvement in or exposure to it</li><li>technical - the demonstration of specific professional skills, knowledge or qualifications</li></ul><p>Not all the elements are relevant to every role, and will vary depending on the profession, level and type of role.</p><p> For this role the application process is:</p><p>1) Written application</p><ol><li>Changing and Improving 250 words</li><li>Statement of suitability against the essential/desirable skills- 750 words</li><li>CV</li></ol><p>If there are a high number of applications a long sift will be completed on the answer to the changing and improving behaviour question.</p><p>2) Interview</p><ol><li>10min presentation with supporting slides</li><li>2 behaviour questions- Leadership and Making effective decisions.</li><li>Strength based questions</li></ol><p><strong>Essential skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in personnel security and/or National Security Vetting.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.</li><li>Exceptional decision-making skills, with the ability to balance operational, strategic, and human factors in complex scenarios.</li><li>Experience leading or delivering a quality service with high throughput.</li><li>Proven leadership experience, including managing multi-disciplinary, nationally dispersed teams</li><li>Strong risk management capability, including assessing, mitigating, and communicating security risks effectively.</li><li>Excellent decision-making skills, with an ability to clearly articulate and justify your decisions.</li><li>Experience in implementing large scale change.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in developing and implementing overseas security policy and operational practices, including risk assessments for international travel.</li><li>Experience in developing and influencing security policy at departmental or cross-government level.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of insider risk assessment and mitigation.</li><li>Knowledge and experience of improving compliance with the Government Security Groups Personnel Security standards.</li><li>Knowledge or experience of how to reduce insider risks through personnel security measures such as aftercare and or security education and awareness.</li></ul><h4>Person specification</h4>Please refer to Job Description<h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Changing and Improving</li><li>Leadership</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £58,511, Ministry of Justice contributes £16,950 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Access to learning and development</li><li>A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance</li><li>A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li><li>Annual Leave</li><li>Public Holidays</li><li>Season Ticket Advance</li></ul><p><br><br>For more information about the recruitment process, benefits and allowances and answers to general queries, please click the below link which will direct you to our Candidate Information Page. <br><br>Link: <a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a></p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.<a href="https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ" target="_blank">https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ</a><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">developed vetting (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : SSCL Recruitment Enquiries Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li><li>Telephone : 0345 241 5359</li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk" target="_blank">moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@resourcing.soprasteria.co.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Appointment to the Civil Service is governed by the Civil Service Commission’s Recruitment Principles. If you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles and would like to raise this, please contact SSCL (<a href="mailto:Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com" target="_blank">Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com</a>) in the first instance. If the role has been advertised externally (outside of the Civil Service) and you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their web pages: <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitment/complaints/" target="_blank">http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/civil-service-recruitm…</a><br><br><a href="https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13384?entityId=13384" target="_blank">https://jobs.justice.gov.uk/careers/JobDetail/13384?entityId=13384</a>

Ministry of Justice

Personnel Security - National Security Vetting Lead (Ref: 13384)

Quantity Surveyor

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<p><strong>Salary:</strong> NJC 24-27 £35,412 - £38,220 (FTE) £31,978 - £34,406 (Actual salary) + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits<br><strong>Hours: </strong>37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year<br><strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent <br><strong>Closing date:</strong> 26th January<br><strong>Interview date:</strong> TBC<br><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP</p><p>We're looking for an Attendance Manager who can help every pupil at Lift Firth Park reach their potential by improving attendance. You'll lead our dedicated attendance team, driving a culture where every day in school counts. To succeed in this role, you'll need to build positive, professional relationships with pupils, parents and wider stakeholders - always with a focus on removing barriers and encouraging engagement.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong><br>Good attendance is the foundation of success at school. As our Attendance Manager, you'll lead on attendance tracking, working closely with pupils, families and colleagues to identify patterns, remove barriers, and support those who need help to attend regularly.</p><p><br><strong>You'll:</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor and analyse attendance data daily and weekly</li><li>Work with families and pupils to tackle persistent absence</li><li>Deliver and support interventions to improve attendance</li><li>Be a point of contact for external agencies and services</li><li>Promote a culture where excellent attendance is recognised and celebrated</li></ul><p>You'll work as part of our committed pastoral team, ensuring no pupil is left behind. This is a role where attention to detail, empathy and strong communication skills really matter.</p><p><strong>About our school</strong></p><p>Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16. Located in Shiregreen, Sheffield, we serve around 1,200 pupils and reflect a richly diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language.</p><p>The school is currently undergoing an exciting period of transformational change, and we are already seeing its positive impact-in the classroom, across the curriculum and throughout our culture. This is an excellent time to join our team. We are looking for individuals who share our dedication to inclusive, aspirational education and who are excited to contribute to our renewed vision and ambitious future.</p><p><strong>We would warmly welcome visits to the school, please contact us.</strong></p><p><strong>Who is Lift Schools?</strong></p><p>We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools.  As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.</p><p>We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.</p><p><strong>We offer you:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Comprehensive training:</strong> Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.</li><li><strong>Generous benefits:</strong> From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.</li><li><strong>Lifestyle perks:</strong> Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.</li></ul><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.</p><p>Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.</p><p>Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.</p><p>We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.</p>

Lead Attendance Officer

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>The multi award-winning Open Innovation Team is a cross-government unit housed in DfE that works with experts to generate analysis and ideas for policy. </p><p>We operate like an in-house consultancy, working at pace across all areas of government policy, including health, growth, policing, justice, foreign policy, digital transformation and government innovation. </p><p>As a Policy Advisor, you will be a key member of the team, helping to deliver critical, relevant policy research projects, develop leads for new work, collaborate with our partners inside and outside government, and potentially leading some research projects as you develop in the role. </p><p>You will be expected to work independently and as part of a team to research a range of policy issues and topics. You will enjoy researching and analysing complex evidence and getting to grips with a wide range of policy issues. You will be flexible, creative and keen to help improve the day-to-day running of the team.</p><h4>Job description</h4><p>This is not your typical policy job, and it will be as demanding as it is rewarding. You will spend the majority of your time working with colleagues to scope and deliver projects that provide high-quality analysis and advice to our policy customers across government. </p><p>The ideal candidate will enjoy the challenge of researching new topics, synthesising complex information, working with external experts, and coming up with insightful and practical policy advice for the teams we work with. </p><p>In addition to delivering policy projects, you will help manage relationships with our partners, deliver training, workshops, and presentations, raise our profile and develop leads for new business. </p><p>You may lead on research projects and project manage other members of staff as you develop in the role. There will also be opportunities to contribute proactively to developing and testing ideas for new types of products and services that apply expert insights to policy problems. </p><p>Successful applicants are likely to be good all-rounders with particularly strong research, analytical, and communication skills. You will also be able to manage multiple priorities while delivering to high standards and meeting tight deadlines. You will be keen to contribute to a positive, supportive working environment in which we work together to achieve shared goals.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Research and analysis: </strong>Working on research projects, reviewing different types of evidence, and producing clear analysis and recommendations to meet deadlines.</li><li><strong>Working in teams and managing your workload: </strong>Taking responsibility for your work across multiple projects, managing your time effectively, collaborating well with colleagues at all levels, and contributing to a positive team environment.</li><li><strong>Delivering a great service for clients: </strong>Providing good service to the people you work with - this could include delivering training sessions, running workshops, building good working relationships, or consistently providing professional support to clients or colleagues.</li><li><strong>Building connections and spotting opportunities: </strong>Representing the team's work to others, developing professional relationships, and identifying opportunities for new collaborations or projects.</li><li><strong>Supporting diversity and inclusion: </strong>Actively supporting people from different backgrounds to succeed and work well together in your team or organisation.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £42,806, Department for Education contributes £12,400 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><p>Applicants currently holding a permanent post in the Civil Service should note that, if successful, their salary on appointment would be determined by the Department’s transfer / promotion policies.</p><p>As a member of the DfE, you will be entitled to join the highly competitive Civil Service Pension Scheme, which many experts agree is one of the most generous in the UK.</p><p>You will have 25 days leave, increasing by 1 day every year to a maximum of 30 days after five years’ service. In addition, all staff receive the King’s Birthday privilege holiday and 8 days’ bank and public holidays.</p><p>We offer flexible working arrangements, such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.</p><p>Most DfE employees will be working a hybrid pattern, spending at least 60% of their time in an office or work setting. Changes to these working arrangements are available in exceptional circumstances but must be agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the role. </p><p>Travel to your primary office location will not be paid for by DfE, but costs for travel to an office which is not your main location will be covered.</p><p>As an organisation, which exists to support education and lifelong learning, we offer our staff excellent professional development opportunities.</p><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p><strong>Step 1: Application</strong></p><p>At this stage, we will assess Experience. Candidates will be sifted through their CV and a personal statement.</p><p>Your personal statement should be no longer than 750 words and demonstrate how your experience meets the essential criteria of the role (listed in the person specification section above).</p><p>The sift will be restricted to just assessing personal statements in the event of a large volume of applications.</p><p>More guidance on personal statements can be found here –<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service/about/recruitment?_ga=2.77416149.1986383141.1624534526-27518074.1618816106" target="_blank"> completing your application</a>.</p><p><strong>Step 2: Interview</strong></p><p>If successful at sift, candidates will be assessed via interview, also on the basis of Experience. Interview questions will be based on the essential criteria (listed in the person specification section above).</p><p>Candidates invited to interview will also need to prepare a short presentation. The presentation brief will be sent with the invitation to interview.</p><p>For more information on the selection process, including guidance on how to write a personal statement, answer behaviour and strength-based interview questions, and the STAR approach click here: <a href="https://educationgovuk-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/steven_king_education_gov_uk/ETgwU1po2mdEk0sX9gkxvWABemLPFeIvRukyAoRlyaUrFw?e=prneyW" target="_blank">Top tips for acing the application</a>.</p><p>Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.</p><p><strong>Other Information</strong></p><p>Interviews may be via Microsoft teams or face to face; the vacancy manager will confirm prior to the Interview. </p><p>In your application, please don’t include personal information that identifies you. </p><p>This means we can recruit based on your knowledge and skills, and not background, gender or ethnicity - it's called <a href="https://civilservice.blog.gov.uk/2015/12/01/name-blind-recruitment-responding-to-your-comments/" target="_blank">name blind recruitment (opens in a new window).</a></p><p>Please ensure that you remove from your application, all references to your: </p><ul><li>name/title </li></ul><ul><li>educational institutions </li></ul><ul><li>age </li></ul><ul><li>gender </li></ul><ul><li>email address </li></ul><ul><li>postal address </li></ul><ul><li>phone number </li></ul><ul><li>nationality/immigration status </li></ul><p>We reserve the right to raise the minimum pass mark in the event of a high volume or strong field of candidates. </p><p>Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK from the location options provided and not from overseas. </p><p>The government is committed to supporting apprenticeships, enabling people to learn and progress in a role whilst earning. We want to monitor the number of people who have completed apprenticeships who are now applying to progress further in their career and are asking this question to all candidates, on all vacancies. You will be asked a question as part of the application process about any previous apprenticeships you have completed. Your response to this question will not affect your application and it is not a requirement of the role to have completed a previous apprenticeship. </p><p>If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check maybe carried out. </p><p>In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstance some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Department of Education of your intention by emailing <a href="mailto:Pre-Employment.Checks.DFE@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">Pre-Employment.Checks.DFE@education.gov.uk</a> stating the job reference number in the subject heading. </p><p>Department for Education do not cover the cost of travel to your interview/assessment unless otherwise stated. </p><p>A reserve list may be held for a period of 6 months from which further appointments can be made. </p><p>Candidates will be posted in merit order based upon location preference. Where more than one location is advertised you will be asked to state your preferred location. </p><p>New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. </p><p>Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. </p><p><strong>Terms and conditions of candidates transferring from ALBs and NDPBs</strong></p><p>Bodies that are not accredited by the Civil Service Commission and are not able to advertise at Across Government on Civil Service jobs will be treated as external new starters and will come into DfE on modernised terms and conditions with a salary at the band minimum. </p><p>Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission but do not have civil service status will be offered modernised terms and will not have continuous service recognised for leave or sickness benefits. Salaries should be offered at band minimum, but there is some flexibility where this would cause a detriment to the individual. </p><p>Bodies that are accredited by the Civil Service Commission and do have Civil Service status will be treated as OGD transfers. Staff appointed on lateral transfer will move on to pre-modernised DfE terms (unless they were on modernised terms in their previous organisation). Staff appointed on promotion will move on to modernised DfE terms. Staff will transfer over on their existing salary (on lateral transfer) and any pay above the DfE pay band maximum will be paid as a mark time allowance. Staff moving on promotion will have their salaries calculated using the principles set out in the attached OGD transfer supplementary information. </p><p><strong>Reasonable adjustment</strong></p><p>If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: </p><p>Contact Department of Education via <a href="mailto:centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk</a> soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs. </p><p>Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional. </p><p>Please refer to the attached ‘Reasonable Adjustments Guide 05_2025 – accessible version’ at the bottom of the advert, for further information. </p><p><strong>Childcare Vouchers</strong></p><p>Any move to Department for Education (DfE) will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at <a href="https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Ben Taylor</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Ben.taylor@openinnovation.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ben.taylor@openinnovation.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">Centralrecruitment.operations@education.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>The Department for Education’s recruitment processes are underpinned by the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles, which outlines that selection for appointment is made on merit based on fair and open competition. You have the right to complain if you feel a department has breached the requirement of the Recruitment Principles. In the first instance, you should raise the matter directly with the department concerned via <a href="mailto:CentralRecruitment.Operations@education.gov.uk" target="_blank">CentralRecruitment.Operations@education.gov.uk</a>. If you are not satisfied with the response, you may bring your complaint to the Commission. For further information on bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission please visit their <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-complaints/" target="_blank">web pages</a><br><br><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MTkmdmVyaWZ5PWUzMmFkZTkyMmEzNTE1YmRlNDgwNjNkODZjZWZjM2ExJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">DFE Terms &amp; Conditions - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 215kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MjAmdmVyaWZ5PTcxMWVkMjAwMDg0MzNmZThkZTEzMjk2MzFkMGNhNWNmJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">Reasonable Adjustments guide 05_2025 - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 723kB)<a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzc1MjEmdmVyaWZ5PTE3MmEwMDYzOTE1N2NiNzM3MzE2YmQ0ZTNlNmMyODRiJnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MzMyNDc4LTIwZDg3NDBjNmY2NzRiMmQwMjQ0MDI4YWZhYjk5ZmFmNGMxOWMwYjA=" target="_blank">OGD Transfer Supplementary information - accessible version Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 327kB)

Department for Education

Open Innovation Team Policy Advisor

Specialist Inspector - Offshore Human Factors (Band 3/SEO)

Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Operations Delivery Manager - East Midlands and East England

<h4>Job summary</h4><p>As an apprentice social researcher, you will be joining a community of over 2000 social researchers across more than 30 organisations across the Civil Service. <br><br>The range of opportunities open to you through the Government Social Research Degree Apprenticeship Programme (GSRDAP) is huge – working in government departments responsible for things like business, energy, justice, education, and the environment. <br><br>That means you will have the opportunity to have an impact on improving the areas that really matter to the world you live in – working on issues like: </p><ul><li>How government can tackle climate change</li><li>How government can improve education </li><li>How government can prevent crime </li><li>How government can reduce homelessness </li></ul><p> …that is to say, in government, social research underpins some of the most important challenges that the country faces. They help senior leaders make the biggest decisions better – providing them with the data and insight they need to get the big calls right. <br><br>For more information about the scheme visit our GSRDAP website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/government-social-research-degree-apprenticeship-programme" target="_blank">Government Social Research Degree Apprenticeship Programme - GOV.UK</a></p><p><strong>Question and Answer Session</strong></p><p>There will be a <strong>Question and Answer (Q&amp;A) session</strong> with the GSR Recruitment Team to chat about the application process and the experience of working as an apprentice in government. </p><p><strong>Date: </strong>Tuesday 20 January 2026</p><p><strong>Time:</strong> 16:30 pm to 17:30 pm </p><p><strong>Place: </strong>Virtual, on Microsoft Teams. </p><p><a href="https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_N2Q2ZDIyOWUtYjliZC00NmIxLWIxNDYtZWM4MTIzZTJjYjM1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22ed1644c5-05e0-49e6-bc39-fcf7ac51c18c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d58dd644-e478-4506-b44f-57c2e5e98f20%22%7d" target="_blank"><strong>Click here to join the meeting</strong></a></p><p>We will give you:</p><ul><li>Information regarding a career in Government social research and in the Civil Service</li><li>An outline of the recruitment process for the scheme</li><li>Our tips on filling out the application form.</li></ul><h4>Job description</h4><p>As an apprentice social researcher, you will be studying for a bespoke degree in social research whilst putting your cutting-edge research skills to direct use in the workplace every day, by producing the evidence base for decisions on high profile public policies. This is an exciting time to be joining the Civil Service, and with continuous support you will prepare vital briefings for senior officials, ministers, or the public, produce critical social insight and ensure the quality and appropriate use of government data. <br><br>Social Researchers study what people feel, think, and do, to answer questions in all areas of society, including education, crime prevention, uses of artificial intelligence, homelessness, climate change, many more. The Government Social Research profession works across these issues and many more to develop impactful research projects and support national and local government priorities. You can read more about the GSR <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/civil-service-government-social-research-profession/about" target="_blank">here</a>. </p><p>A Government Social Research (GSR) apprenticeship is a four-year programme undertaking the Level 6 Applied Social Research standard including attaining a BA honours degree. At the same time, you will be working in a team of social researchers and other analysts in a government department, supported by a manager and a buddy.<br><br>Your degree will be a mixture of online and face-to-face teaching with a residential week each year at the University of Kent in Canterbury at the beginning of September. The department you work in will make any necessary travel arrangements and payment for you to attend in-person events, with the University of Kent, from your office location. </p><p> About your BA research degree: </p><ul><li>This is the UK’s first ever bespoke applied social research undergraduate degree apprenticeship. You will develop transferable and applied knowledge, skills and behaviours that will set you up for a long career in modern social research. The course will cover a broad range of contemporary quantitative and qualitative social research methods and skills, alongside how they can be applied to bring about real-world change and help government and organisations make better decisions. </li><li>This includes, but is not limited to: how to collect and use data for analysis in a range of different social contexts; how to design impactful research projects that could inform some of society’s most pressing questions; how to make use of modern social research software that will also bring you transferrable skills in coding; and you will have the opportunity to undertake an independent research project in an area of relevant interest to you.</li></ul><p><br>Working as a member of the GSR involves the development and use of: </p><ul><li>Quantitative skills: manipulating and presenting data.</li><li>Writing and presentation techniques: communicating research clearly and succinctly to senior officials and ministers.</li><li>Applied research skills: undertaking and using research to provide critical insight to government on a range of issues from the environment to transport. </li></ul><p>At the end of four years, successful completion of the End Point Assessment (EPA) will guarantee you permanent employment within the GSR.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p><strong>Eligibility</strong></p><p><strong>Nationality Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>You must have resided in the UK for at least the previous 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship. </li><li>Individuals will also need to demonstrate that they meet the relevant immigration requirements and their eligibility under the Civil Service Nationality Rules (CSNRs). Please see below Nationality Requirements for more information.</li><li>This includes the right to remain and take up full-time work in the UK for the entire duration of the 4-year programme by August 2026.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualification Requirements:</strong></p><p>Candidates must have a minimum of:</p><ul><li>Five GCSEs including Maths and English Language at grade C (4) or above or equivalent.</li><li>96 UCAS points under the 2017 tariff point system (e.g., CCC at A Level or equivalent qualifications, not including General Studies) or expected to achieve this by August 2026.</li></ul><p><strong>Please note:</strong></p><p>This apprenticeship is specifically designed for those who do not already hold a degree. You are, therefore, not eligible for the GSRDAP scheme if you have a further education qualification at level 6 (degree level) or above. </p><p><strong>Desired skills</strong></p><ul><li>Well organised, able to prioritise and work to deadlines.</li><li>Able to understand and explain complex information verbally and in writing.</li><li>Able to use IT, including Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.</li><li>Able to solve problems, establishing issues and advantages and disadvantages of different options.</li><li>Able to work independently and as part of a team working towards a common goal.</li><li>Able to think critically and question things. </li></ul><p><strong>Personal qualities</strong></p><ul><li>Enthusiasm for what a degree in social research entails and a commitment to completing the apprenticeship over 4 years. </li><li>Interest in undertaking a role which can improve people’s lives. </li><li>Curiosity in current affairs.</li><li>Keen to learn and develop.</li><li>Not required, but flexible to travel within the UK.</li></ul><p>If successful you must hold, or be willing to obtain, security clearance to CTC/SC/DV level. More information about the vetting process can be found at the following link <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels" target="_blank">Security Vetting and Clearance Levels Guidance</a></p><p>In addition, some departments require candidates to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years having spent no period longer than 3 months outside of the UK to get security clearance. </p><h4>Behaviours</h4><p>We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:</p><ul><li>Communicating and Influencing</li><li>Making Effective Decisions</li><li>Delivering at Pace</li><li>Working Together</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4><ul><li> Fully funded BA (Hons) Applied Social Research Degree with the University of Kent.</li><li>Learning and development tailored to your role.</li><li>An environment with flexible working options.</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a>.</li><li>Minimum of 25 days Annual Leave.</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4>This vacancy is using <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles" target="_blank">Success Profiles (opens in a new window)</a>, and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Ability.<p><strong>The selection process comprises of the following stages.</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 1: </strong><strong>Application form including personal statement<br></strong></p><p>Complete the online application form. You will need to provide details of your qualifications and any predicted grades up to August 2026. Plus, a personal statement of no more than 1000 words. Your statement should include the following: <br><br>1. Why you are interested in the apprenticeship; <br>2. How you are planning to balance work and study; <br>3. How you are planning to keep yourself motivated and keep track of your performance. </p><p>We will not require you toupload or attach a separate CV document to your application form. Once you have submitted your application form you will not be permitted to amend it.</p><p><strong>Stage 2: Online tests</strong><br></p><p>Once you have completed your application form, you will receive links to take two online tests, verbal and numerical. These tests are not timed, meaning you can take as long as you need to complete them. <strong>Please note that your application and online tests must be completed before applications close at 16.00 pm on Friday 6 February 2026.</strong></p><p><strong>Stage 3: Online test pass mark set </strong></p><p>If you pass the online tests your application will be sent for sifting (marking).</p><p><strong>Stage 4: Sift</strong></p><p>Your application form will be sifted on your personal statement. </p><p>Candidates who are unsuccessful at the sift stage will not be given any feedback or comments. </p><p><strong>Stage 5: Assessment Centre</strong><br></p><p>Candidates passing the sift stage, will be invited to a virtual assessment centre. The assessment is split into two parts: a written exercise assignment and then on a separate day you will have an interview including a presentation task. Further information on what to expect at the assessment centre will be sent to candidates invited to attend.</p><p><strong>Stage 6: Apprenticeship Offer</strong></p><p>If you are successful, you will be offered a place on the apprenticeship subject to obtaining satisfactory grades, references (i.e., personal or work) and passing security checks. </p><p>All candidates will be offered a role based on merit. Location preferences will be taken into consideration but are not guaranteed. Please take note that due to the limited number of posts available in specific locations, successful candidates may be offered roles in nearby towns. It is important for candidates to note that many of the roles are located outside of London. </p><p>Occasionally, a department may withdraw from the scheme before placements are offered, or we have more successful candidates than available placements. In such cases, applicants will be placed on a reserve list. The reserve list will be open until September 2026.</p><p>If an apprenticeship offer has been made and a candidate's exam results received in August 2026 are lower than our minimum requirements (and the candidate has submitted the exam for a remark), the apprenticeship offer will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine if the offer can still proceed.</p><p><strong>Recruitment timeline</strong></p><p><strong>Please note that this timeline may be subject to change</strong>.</p><ul><li>13 January 2026 – Applications open. </li><li>6 February 2026 at 16:00 pm – Scheme closes (NB: the 2 online tests and application form must be completed by this deadline).</li><li>w/c 16 February 2026 – Pass mark set for the online tests and successful candidates progressed to sift.</li><li>February to March 2026 – Sift period of applications. </li><li>w/c 30 March 2026 - Assessment Centre: Written exercise.</li><li>27 April to 8 May 2026 - Assessment Centre: Online interview, including a presentation task.</li><li>From late May 2026 – Candidates informed of their Assessment Centre / interview outcome and successful candidates assigned to a government department. Departments contact successful candidates to start onboarding and pre-appointment checks.</li><li>Early September 2026 – Apprenticeship starts.</li></ul><p> Additional guidance will be given before each stage of the process. </p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.<h4>Security</h4>People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : GESR Recruitment Team</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:GESRRecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk" target="_blank">GESRRecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:GESRRecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk" target="_blank">GESRRecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Further information</h4>Complaints procedure<br><br>Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of recruitment based on fair and open competition with decisions made on the basis of merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.<br><br>If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with these principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should in the first instance contact us, the Government Economic and Social Research Team (GESR) by emailing <a href="mailto:gesrrecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk" target="_blank">gesrrecruitment@hmtreasury.gov.uk</a><br><br>If you are not satisfied with the response you receive, you may contact the Civil Service Commission, which regulates all Civil Service recruitment. For further information on the Recruitment Principles, and bringing a complaint to the Civil Service Commission, please visit their website at: <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk" target="_blank">https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk</a><br><br>

Government Economic Service & Social Research Profession

Government Social Research Degree Apprenticeship Programme 2026

HM Specialist Inspector - Process Safety (Band 3/SEO)

<h4>Job summary</h4>We are looking for an experienced technology leader to join Home Office Digital as Deputy Director and Portfolio Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for Enterprise Services. This is a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the technology strategy for one of the most complex digital functions in government, supporting critical national services and enabling transformation across the Home Office.<h4>Job description</h4><p>As Deputy Director and Portfolio CTO for Enterprise Services, you will lead the technology and platforms capability within Home Office Digital. Enterprise Services provides core digital platforms and solutions that underpin departmental operations, including networks and infrastructure, end-user services, operational support, service management, and data analytics.</p><p>You will set the technical direction for Enterprise Services, ensuring secure, resilient, and innovative solutions that support the Home Office’s mission to keep the public safe and deliver essential services. This includes defining solution architectures, leading engineering and architecture teams, embedding continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.</p><p>The role is central to delivering the Home Office Digital Technical Strategy 2030, which focuses on AI and automation, cyber resilience, data as a strategic asset, and evolving our operating model. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the department to align technology decisions with business priorities and drive efficiency, agility, and innovation.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and deep technical expertise to make a real impact on national services and digital transformation.</p><p>For full details of the role, responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the Candidate Pack.</p><h4>Person specification</h4><p>The successful candidate will:</p><ul><li>Provide technical leadership for Enterprise Services, setting strategy and standards for technology and platforms.</li><li>Define and implement solution architectures aligned to Home Office Digital Enterprise Architecture.</li><li>Lead engineering and architecture teams, embedding continuous improvement and efficiency.</li><li>Oversee governance for technology and platforms, ensuring compliance and security.</li><li>Support delivery of the Home Office Digital Technical Strategy 2030, including AI, automation, cyber resilience, and data-driven innovation.</li><li>Manage technical risk, cyber security integration, and product roadmaps across Enterprise Services.</li></ul><h4>Benefits</h4>Alongside your salary of £81,000, Home Office contributes £23,465 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank"> Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.</a><ul><li>Learning and development tailored to your role</li><li>An environment with flexible working options</li><li>A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity</li><li>A <a href="https://www.civilservicepensionscheme.org.uk/memberhub/joining-the-pension-scheme/benefits-of-the-pension-scheme/" target="_blank">Civil Service pension</a> with an employer contribution of 28.97%</li></ul><h4>Things you need to know</h4><h4>Artificial intelligence</h4>Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our <a href="https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/artificial-intelligence-and-recruitment/" target="_blank">candidate guidance (opens in a new window)</a> for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.<h4>Selection process details</h4><p>The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their knowledge, experience, capability and behavioural approach to a high standard against the following key criteria:</p><ul><li>Sets technical vision and embeds architecture governance to align technology strategy with organisational objectives.</li><li>Leads large, multidisciplinary engineering teams, fostering innovation and operational excellence across the department.</li><li>Champions cyber security and risk management, ensuring robust protection and compliance at enterprise scale.</li><li>Engages senior stakeholders and communicates complex strategies to drive collaboration and informed decision-making.</li><li>Drives Agile product management and service delivery, enabling high-impact solutions for internal and external customers.</li></ul><p><strong><br>Online Application </strong></p><p>Please follow the Job Advert instructions on the Civil Service Jobs website to apply online, no later than <strong>23:55hrs on Friday 30th January 2026</strong>.</p><p>Provide some basic <strong>personal information</strong>;</p><p>1.A <strong>CV - </strong>setting out your career history, highlighting specific responsibilities and achievements that are relevant for this role, including details where budgets and numbers of people managed, relevant achievements in recent posts, together with reasons for any gaps within the last two years;</p><p>2.<strong>A Statement of Suitability –</strong> (limited to <strong>1250 words</strong>) explaining how you consider your personal skills, qualities and experience, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.</p><p>3.<strong>Diversity Monitoring -</strong> as part of the online application process, you will be asked a number of diversity-related questions. If you do not wish to provide a declaration on any of the characteristics, you will have the option to select 'prefer not to say'. See the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025-html" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy: 2022 to 2025 (HTML) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)</a> for more information.</p><p>It is essential that in your written application you give evidence, using examples, of proven experience. These responses will be developed and discussed with candidates invited for interview.</p><p><strong>Failure to submit both a CV and Supporting Statement will mean the panel only have limited information on which to assess your application against the criteria in the person specification.<br><br>For further information on SCS careers and the application process, please see below:</strong></p><p><strong>Home Office SCS Further Information </strong></p><p><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.homeoffice.gov.uk%2Fsenior-leaders&amp;data=05%7C01%7CVipul.Maisuria%40homeoffice.gov.uk%7Cd6d3dcf5fb744cf2001208db8d0ac751%7Cf24d93ecb2914192a08af182245945c2%7C0%7C0%7C638258849644816156%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=k%2BufzahG8iUkG%2BJ4bmkLUvKaV4c%2BxG%2BFEuUO%2FMtdQLo%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Home Office Senior Leaders - Home Office Careers</a></p><p><strong>Home Office SCS Application Process </strong></p><p><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.homeoffice.gov.uk%2Fapply-scs-vacancies&amp;data=05%7C01%7CVipul.Maisuria%40homeoffice.gov.uk%7Cd6d3dcf5fb744cf2001208db8d0ac751%7Cf24d93ecb2914192a08af182245945c2%7C0%7C0%7C638258849644972454%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=wGx6lAeFVgOBb2rKN%2F8aYBEbbZEC1iUj6yrzFQqysDY%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Applying for Senior Civil Service vacancies - Home Office Careers</a></p><p><strong>Home Office SCS Use of AI</strong></p><p><a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.civil-service-careers.gov.uk%2Fartificial-intelligence-and-recruitment%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CVipul.Maisuria%40homeoffice.gov.uk%7C9c3959accc3140b1cba708ddb875d248%7Cf24d93ecb2914192a08af182245945c2%7C0%7C0%7C638869538367197629%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=66dwPUChhLnZWXP6eU8kGaLCjCBjhs2gMtmwx5cOU%2F8%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Artificial intelligence and recruitment , Civil Service Careers</a></p><br><br>Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.This role has a minimum assignment duration of 3 years. An assignment duration is the period of time a Senior Civil Servant is expected to remain in the same post to enable them to deliver on the agreed key business outcomes. The assignment duration also supports your career through building your depth of expertise. <br><br>As part of accepting this role you will be agreeing to the expected assignment duration set out above. This will not result in a contractual change to your terms and conditions. Please note this is an expectation only, it is not something which is written into your terms and conditions or indeed which the employing organisation or you are bound by. It will depend on your personal circumstances at a particular time and business needs, for example, would not preclude any absence like family friendly leave. It is nonetheless an important expectation, which is why we ask you to confirm you agree to the assignment duration set out above.<h4>Security</h4>Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-security-vetting-advice-for-people-who-are-being-vetted" target="_blank">security check (opens in a new window)</a>.<br><br><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vetting-explained-and-our-vetting-charter/the-vetting-charter" target="_blank">See our vetting charter (opens in a new window)</a>.People working with government assets must complete <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard" target="_blank">baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)</a> checks.<h4>Nationality requirements</h4><p>This job is broadly open to the following groups:</p><ul><li>UK nationals</li><li>nationals of the Republic of Ireland</li><li>nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK</li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families" target="_blank">European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)</a></li><li>nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)</li><li>individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020</li><li>Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service</li></ul><a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules" target="_blank">Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)</a><h4>Working for the Civil Service</h4>The <a href="http://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/" target="_blank">Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)</a> sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.<br><br>We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's <a href="https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/recruitment/recruitment-principles/" target="_blank">recruitment principles (opens in a new window)</a>.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.<h4>Diversity and Inclusion</h4>The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027/civil-service-people-plan-2024-2027-html" target="_blank">Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window)</a> and the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-2022-to-2025" target="_blank">Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window)</a>.<h4>Apply and further information</h4>This vacancy is part of the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans" target="_blank">Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)</a> initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.<h4>Contact point for applicants</h4><h4>Job contact : </h4><ul><li>Name : Steph Tullett</li><li>Email : <a href="mailto:Steph.Tullett@homeoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">Steph.Tullett@homeoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Recruitment team</h4><ul><li>Email : <a href="mailto:SCSRecruitment@homeoffice.gov.uk" target="_blank">SCSRecruitment@homeoffice.gov.uk</a></li></ul><h4>Attachments</h4><a href="https://files.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/admin/fairs/apptrack/download.cgi?SID=b3duZXI9NTA3MDAwMCZvd25lcnR5cGU9ZmFpciZkb2NfdHlwZT12YWMmZG9jX2lkPTEyNzcyNTQmdmVyaWZ5PWYzOGI0MGM5MDhhNjZhNGM2MjRiMTNiNDI2NTgxYTU2JnJlcXNpZz0xNzY4MDE5Njg1LTk1ZTVmZDRiZmQ2OGRkOGFlMWIzNjk2ODViZmVjNzY2MjdjNjU1NjM=" target="_blank">Candidate Pack - Deputy Director DDaT in HO Digital Enterprise Services Technology Opens in new window</a> (pdf, 910kB)

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