XA7978- ANPR Researcher

Operational Support, Wakefield Headquarters

One full-time police staff post on shifts of consisting of 37hrs (weekly) with 14% shift allowance and weekend working.

The shifts consists of 3 earlies - 0800 x 1600hrs, 3 lates - 1600 x 0100hrs and then 3 rest days.

The Role:

As the RPU Tasking researcher you will be working within the ANPR office, joining a high performing team, developing intelligence to provide Road Policing Teams with the necessary information for them to be able to take illegal drivers off the road and support the Force's Fatal 5 and Vision Zero strategies - preventing death and serious injuries to road users in West Yorkshire.

Working within the ANPR office is demanding at times and requires commitment and enthusiasm to support and lead on intelligence lead Policing. The ANPR systems and capabilities are advanced and recognised as such nationally - you will be working with the latest in technology and capabilities.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of research and the ability to identify the intelligence that is suitable for development and tasking to Roads Policing Teams.
• Possess good literacy skills utilising Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Excel along with more specific systems for ANPR.
• Monitor and maintain ongoing intelligence products updating as and when necessary to ensure that both intelligence and operational staff have all the relevant information available.
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

We are seeking candidates who:

• Have good communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
• A commitment to reducing illegal road use and working towards Fatal 5 and Vision Zero principles.
• Can demonstrate strong levels of personal responsibility.
• Have the ability to complete relevant training provided.
• Have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Generous annual leave allowance - 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays).
• Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
• Access to savings, discounts, through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
• A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
• Opportunity to join the Force Sports & Social club
• Be part of an organisation with a long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility
• Work for a diverse and inclusive organisation that aims to be representative of the communities it serves

Closing date for application: 23:55hrs on 29th Sept 2026.

Any shift enhancements/weekend allowances are based on the published Force pattern any deviations from this could mean the enhancements/allowances may differ or not apply, for full details refer to staff Terms & Conditions.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We therefore encourage applications from female officers, all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Applications are also welcome from those who have gained transferable skills and experience outside of Operational Support.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.