Vacancies readily available in Govan and Bilston Glen with future opportunities available to relocate to Motherwell.

You will provide the highest possible standard of service to the Public and the Force by responding to all emergency and non-emergency calls including the provision of advice and assistance, signposting to appropriate information services, recording call information accurately on relevant systems and identifying the level of initial police action that is required.

Please note, if you are successful, we hold you on a list for up to 12 months, so you may be waiting a period of time before you receive a training and start date.

We offer a range of full time and part time shifts, to view these please refer to the shift pattern document. Please note your first shift preference may not always be guaranteed.

If the shortlisting criteria is met, you will then progress through the selection process.

The Selection process is split into two parts - a competency based interview and a half-day selection centre.

The interview will be assessed against the following CVF competencies:

We are emotionally aware
We take ownership
We are collaborative
We deliver, support and inspire
We analyse critically
We are innovative and open minded

The half-day selection centre that will comprise of the following exercises:

Call Taking
Assessing and Prioritising information
Identifying locations
Numeracy, General and Geographic knowledge
Audio typing test requiring you to demonstrate proficient keyboard skills with a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute

The half-day selection centres will take place at 0845, 0915, 1300 or 1315 on the following dates:.

18th May- Bilston Glen, Edinburgh.

25th May- Jackton Force Training and Recruitment Centre.

1st June- Bilston Glen, Edinburgh

8th June- Jackton Force Training and Recruitment Centre.

22nd June- Bilston Glen, Edinburgh

29th June- Jackton Force Training and Recruitment Centre.

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Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.

Why work for Police Scotland?

Police Scotland is responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.

If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Police Scotland is for you.

The Scottish Police Authority has a supportive role in maintaining and improving the police service. It is also responsible for the management and delivery of Forensic Services in Scotland.

The Authority aims to increase public trust and confidence in the policing of Scotland in the way it carries out its functions and through the quality of its governance arrangements.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.

All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.

Police Scotland and The Scottish Police Authority are committed to promoting a diverse workforce and to achieving and promoting an organisational culture where staff and officers are treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

We are committed to being an inclusive and supportive employer and as part of that commitment are an advocate for gender equality having pledged support for HeForShe

HeForShe is a global solidarity movement for gender equality initiated by the United Nations with the aim of encouraging men and boys to speak out for gender equality recognising that gender equality is not just a women`s issue but a basic human right that benefits everyone.

Flexible working

Flexible working arrangements can be considered in line with current policy, as well as both personal and organisational needs.

Benefits

You can expect a rewarding and varied career with Police Scotland and the Scottish Police Authority. We offer competitive salaries, annual salary increments and a wide range of employee benefits.