PXT819 Constables - DSU Handler **Internal and Regional**
Constables – DSU Handler
Dedicated Source Unit (DSU)
Counter Terrorism Policing – North East (CTP NE)
North Hub – Durham, Cleveland and Northumbria
Current Post and Succession Plan
Applications are invited from Constables who have completed their probationary period by the closing date of this advert.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a unique team, supporting the work of Counter Terrorism Policing within the Dedicated Source Unit (DSU). The roles are based within the North East region covering Durham, Cleveland and Northumbria.
This will be a posting for West Yorkshire Police Officers and a regional transfer or secondment opportunity for Officers from the Regional Forces. Applicants from the Regional Forces will require permission from their current Force in order to be eligible to apply for this opportunity, as per their Home Force policy.
As a member of the DSU you will be responsible for the recruitment, maintenance and development of covert sources, either authorised by West Yorkshire Police or the Security Service while ensuring compliance with RIPA, the ACPO Manual on the Management of CHIS, Home Office CHIS Revised Codes of Practice (2018) and Force Policy.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a Security Service pre-selection assessment. You will need to evidence your ability to complete the assessment prior to appointment in role. It is also essential that you have the ability to pass the H1 Handler course (4 weeks residential) National Security Service Agent Handlers Course (NSAHC) (5 week residential), CHIS in Prison Course (CHiP), as well as successfully attain developed vetting.
You must have a basic knowledge of RIPA, ECHR, Data Protection legislation and NPCC /ACPO guidance regarding the Recording and Dissemination of Intelligence Material. You should be able to work out of Force area for extended periods of time, dependent on operational requirements and training, as well as being able to provide regular on call and weekend cover.
** For further information about the role, please contact D/Insp Jude Scott via Tel 0191 4374528 Or D/Sgt Michael Stonehouse via 0191 4374475**
The DSU particularly welcome applications from minority groups and females.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to Enhanced and Developed level personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. You must be a British citizen and eligible to hold a British passport to work in the CTP NE.
In the interests of security, you should not discuss your application with anyone other than your immediate family.
The application process will close at 23:55 hours on 20 February 2023.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
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 ten years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
This opportunity is closed to applications.