THE ROLE

To provide an efficient and professional clerical service and administrative support to the Hydrant Programme. The post holder will be the first point of contact for the programme and must present a professional, efficient, and effective manner to maintain the image and reputation of the organisation.

The post holder will assist with the organisation and administration of meetings (including producing minutes and action schedules) , including managing room bookings and requirements (such as audio-visual, catering, printing etc). They will also provide facilities support to the Programme.

At all times they will promote the highest standards of integrity, professional conduct, and equality.

The successful candidate would need to have the following experiences and skills:

• Knowledge of customer service best practices, including handling inquiries, managing complaints, and maintaining a professional demeanour.
• Problem solving skills - To deal effectively with any administrative errors/problems that occur, seeking guidance where necessary to ensure a resolution is delivered in an effective and timely manner.
• Organisation skills - Able to adapt to changing priorities and remain calm and professional in a busy working environment. Demonstrates a flexible approach.
• IT skills - Confident with Microsoft Office 365 packages such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Lists, Planner, and SharePoint and basis office equipment e.g. multi-functional devices (MFD’s), printers, scanners etc.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - If you join and work for us, you will get access to:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely dependent on role.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Job related equipment supplied
• Specialist equipment supplied, under Occupational Health referral
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
• Development, coaching and mentoring opportunities available.
• Supportive and flexible onboarding plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.

VETTING

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo NPPV2/RV & CTC level before taking up the post.

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THE ROLE 

The Partnership Support Assistant is responsible for the development and maintenance of comprehensive administration, project support and management information systems and procedures to support the effective operation of the Partnership Team.  

The job holder will be the first point of contact to the Partnership Team and must present a professional, efficient and effective manner to maintain the image and reputation of the organisation.  

The successful candidate would need to have the following experiences and skills: 

• Experience of providing comprehensive secretariat and business support within a public or private sector organisation (including maintaining accurate records, preparation of relevant documentation for use.   
• Experience of safeguarding within a police or partner agency setting 
• Experience and understanding of working in a confidential and/or politically sensitive environment. 
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to create impact and communicate effectively with people at all levels establishing credibility.   
• Ability to deal effectively with any administrative errors/problems that occur, seeking guidance where necessary to ensure the team administration process is delivered timely, effectively and to the required service.   

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - If you join and work for us, you will get access to: 

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely dependent on role.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Job related equipment supplied 
• Specialist equipment supplied, under Occupational Health referral
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
• Development, coaching and mentoring opportunities available.
• Supportive and flexible onboarding plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. 

VETTING  

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo RV & CTC level before taking up the post. 

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The Hydrant Programme supports all aspects of the national child protection abuse and investigation portfolio on behalf of the NPCC. We also deliver the national child sexual exploitation taskforce on behalf of the Government. One of the key areas of work by the Hydrant Programme and CSE Taskforce is the publication of practice advice around all aspects of investigating contact and online child sexual abuse and exploitation, and running in parallel to this, a robust continuous professional development offer to all forces. 

The post holder will provide learning and professional development opportunities for police officer and police staff working within child protection teams across the UK and to deliver suitable training at a local, regional and national level and across multiple law enforcement partners to establish and develop a highly skilled, competent workforce.  

The successful candidate would need to have the following experiences and skills: 

• An in-depth understanding of child sexual abuse and exploitation investigation. 

• A knowledge of intelligence management processes and procedures at a technical and detailed level. 

• A knowledge of contemporary evidential rules and practices and the relationship between the police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). 

• Experience as a supervisor or manager (or a high level of subject matter expertise) within a child protection environment, including mitigating threat, risk and harm. 

• Experience of delivering technical and complex training in local, regional or national forums. 

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office tools and Office 365, especially Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word. 

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and liaison skills, with the ability to deliver presentations, and influence, guide and teach in front of large groups of people at all levels, in which some will be at middle and senior / strategic management levels. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - If you join and work for us, you will get access to: 

• A competitive salary with yearly increments. 

• Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. 

• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. 

• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely dependent on role. 

• Competitive pension scheme. 

• Company sick pay. 

• Job related equipment supplied  

• Specialist equipment supplied, under Occupational Health referral 

• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). 

• Development, coaching and mentoring opportunities available. 

• Supportive and flexible onboarding plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. 

VETTING  

Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo RV & CTC level before taking up the post. 

Apply here