PXA1044 Police Dog Instructor *PC* Dog Support Unit **External**

Carr Gate, Wakefield
**THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY**

Police Constable
Police Dog Instructor
Dog Support Unit
Operations Support
Carr Gate, Wakefield

1 permanent position,

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the Dog Support Unit where you will participate in curriculum design, planning, delivery and evaluation of Police Dog Training and assessment in accordance with APP, NCTAS and Police Dog Standard documents.

To be considered for this unique role, you must have the the ability to achieve the instructor modules of learning and outcomes of NCTAS , Police Dog Standard and Police Dog APP as well as holding a level 3 Learning and development qualification (or equivalent) or the ability to achieve the qualification.

The ideal candidate will hold a full current UK/European driving licence and be able to pass an occupational health unit hearing test (firearms and dogs).

You will have previous experience of training / working dogs and take responsibility for the training and assessment of Police Dog Teams both within West Yorkshire and external force candidates.

The ideal applicant will have experience training in the current NCTAS and Police Dog Standard format as a qualified instructor and have a current CPD detailing recent events and experience of APP, NCTAS and Police Dog Standards.

Full requirements are listed in the Police Dog Instructor Role Profile.

The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process. Please disregard the old link to the 2016 version which is contained in the role profile.

If you would like further information, or an opportunity to discuss the role, please contact PS Lee Geary lee.geary@westyorkshire.police.uk

In line with HSE guidance/legislation, this role requires ongoing health surveillance commencing prior to appointment.

The vacancy will close on the 3rd March 2026 at 23:55 hours.

The post is suitable for job share.

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 three 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 Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing (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.

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