Retention, Review and Disposal; RRD Practitioner – Police – RRD Unit – Counter Terrorism

Retention, Review and Disposal (RRD) Practitioner – Police Staff – RRD Unit – Counter Terrorism Policing North West

Location – GMP Force Headquarters, Central Park Complex, Northampton Road, Manchester, M40 5BP

Grade – Grade E

Information about the Role

Counter Terrorism Policing North West (CTPNW) is a five-force collaboration delivering Counter Terrorism (CT) services to our regional forces as well as forming part of the national CT Network. CTPNW’s mission is to work together to keep people safe from terrorism.

We are looking for a committed and outstanding individual who can support CTPNW in achieving its mission.

CTPNW houses a number of unique national CT capabilities that sit outside of regional operations and operate on behalf of CTP Headquarters. These national functions focus on the delivery of activities designed to strengthen the UK’s response to the threat from terrorism.

Your skills could help protect the UK. With the ongoing terrorist threat, there has never been a more important time to be working alongside some of the best and brightest to help keep people safe.

A career in Counter Terrorism Policing (CT Policing) is like no other. Every day offers a variety of exciting challenges and exceptional opportunities played out on a regional, national and international stage.

If you have experience and enjoy considering a wide range of complex data in order to make independent decisions, then this role is ideal for you.

As a Practitioner in the Retain Review and Disposal (RRD) Team – based in the CTP North West – you will work to deliver RRD across the national CT network.

Working within a busy environment as part of a team you will make risk‑based decisions ensuring records are reviewed and retained for a CT network policing purpose or destroyed in compliance with CT Policing’s legal obligations.

Successful candidates will receive RRD training that will be both classroom and office based. The training – which lasts 8‑12 weeks – must be completed in full before the role can actively commence. Therefore, please note that annual leave during this time will only be granted by in exceptional circumstances.

Work with us and you will be joining a world‑class Counter Terrorism Policing network and the team will have the opportunity to shape the future of RRD practice across the CT network.

In addition to fascinating work and talented colleagues you’ll find a range of benefits including:

• a competitive pension
• generous holiday allowances, increasing with amount of service
• flexible working options available
• flexi time scheme
• access to exciting opportunities within CTP

Due to the sensitive nature of the role, Developed Vetting is required before successful candidates can commence training. Please note that this can take 6‑12 months. Information and guidance is available to support applicants during the vetting process.

• You must be at least 18 years old to apply
• You will not be appointed until you are at least 18 years old
• You must have at least 10 years residency in the UK to apply

You may require the following detail to complete this application form:

• National Insurance Number
• Address information
• Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained
• Tattoos – you will also be requested to provide photos and describe any tattoos you have

You may require the following documents to complete this application form or these may be requested during the selection process:

• A copy of your photo card driving licence
• A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)
• A copy of your Passport or birth certificate
• Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only)
• Clear, colour photos of all tattoos
• Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos
• Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc
• Deed poll certificate for any name changes

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