Vacancy Information
Division / Department - People Services
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Fixed Term Contract
Rank - Grade 10
Location - Sussex Police Headquarters, Lewes
In line with the published Posting and Tenure guidance, operational requirements will always be considered prior to confirming posting dates to successful applicants.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to research, prepare, develop, maintain and deliver a programme of initial and refresher training for recruit officers, Investigative Officers, Special Constabulary and any other employees. Supervise and develop students in the classroom setting alongside blended learning and virtual delivery.
To ensure a safe working environment for students and staff and that training activities have been risk assessed and are regularly reviewed.
To support and manage learning and assessment activities to ensure progress of students through each programme and liaise with university partners and other key stake holders to support students in achieving their academic goals.
To hold tutorials with students to discuss their individual progress and where necessary provide support and guidance. To complete associated administrative/clerical duties in line with the learning programmes they are teaching on.
To prepare and deliver interview training. The ability to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the concept of diversity, with the ability to embed this knowledge throughout all learning and development programmes.
Well-developed written communication skills and the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate records and reports. Highly motivated with the ability to work on own initiative under minimal supervision, being flexible with other partners who are linked to the learner’s progress. e.g., universities, external assessors.
Is fully conversant with Microsoft Office products, with accurate keyboard skills and willing to embrace new technologies to improve delivery of training to employees of Sussex Police.
Key Responsibilities
To design, deliver and update courses for new recruits and staff employed by Sussex Police as required. Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures.
Assist other members of the Learning and Professional Development team as required.
The applicant will ideally have proven and well-evidenced recent experience of designing and delivering a diverse range of learning activities with evaluated outcomes exceptional interpersonal and communication skills together with the ability to facilitate the development of others and to influence and empower students so that they are able to make any required adjustments to their behaviour.
It is important that the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate how they have been able to coach people through learning new skills or knowledge.
Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to facilitate workshops for individuals & teams.
Skills & Experience
The applicant will ideally possess a minimum Level 3 training qualification e.g., Education &; Training Award or be willing to work towards and achieve this requirement within the first 6 months of appointment.
It is desirable to have had previous experience of policing and access to transport.
Contact Details
Ian Bond
ian.bond@sussex.police.uk
07912 895570
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police
Additional Information
It is really important that you inform and seek support from your line manager of your intention to submit an application for this role as this allows for sufficient resource planning. Failure to inform your line manager may result in a delay in a release dates being agreed.
Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding noreply@surreysussexpolice.as.recruitmail.com to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.
Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are;
- vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
- vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
- if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment
Additional Information
Policing is an exciting 24/7 business, and we all have commitments outside work.
We’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working.
We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public.
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
• career progression
• contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• generous annual leave allowance
• discounts for everyday spend
• on-site gym and a range of sports clubs
• generous and supportive parental leave
• financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support