North East and Yorkshire Vetting Support Officer - Risk and Capabilities Unit

Responsibilities

• Provide regional support to Vetting Contact Points (VCPs) across prison and probation settings.
• Increase awareness of HMPPS vetting processes by offering guidance, reassurance and practical support.
• Support stakeholders through changes to vetting policy and procedures.
• Build strong, effective relationships with local sites within the region.
• Ensure consistency, confidence and compliance in the application of vetting processes.
• Act as a key point of contact for VCPs, delivering proactive and collaborative support.
• Report to the Band B6 Regional Vetting Engagement Manager and contribute to professional development initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex processes clearly to diverse audiences.
• People focused, enthusiastic about engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable to change.
• Strong ability to maintain professional relationships.
• Experience working in a service or support role within a large organisation is desirable.

Security Clearance

All role holders must hold SC level security clearance. Candidates must have a UK footprint of five (5) years to qualify for this clearance.

Job terms: Fixed term for 2 years.