Vacancies
We're looking for talented, enthusiastic people to join Gwent Police...
Here you can find out all you need to know about our current career opportunities in Gwent Police, the different roles we offer, your eligibility and how to apply for a job with us.
Application forms available to download from individual vacancy adverts, should be returned to [email protected] in a word.doc format.
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Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.
Police Officers
Gwent Police are looking to recruit Detective Constables from all backgrounds, currently serving with other Home Office Forces, who have completed their probationary period.
We are looking to recruit qualified and experienced Detective Constables with skills and experience in managing a range of complex investigations, and/or experience of digital evidence gathering, dealing with cyber-enabled crimes, and an understanding of a range of vulnerabilities and the appropriate ways to respond. As well as many staff benefits we provide a wide range of career opportunities, specialist posts, as well as development and promotion prospects.
If you think you have the skills and passion we are looking for, are able to show commitment to achieving high levels of attendance and performance then apply now.
You will have the opportunity of working in a mixture of rural and urban communities, and will experience a wide range of different challenges on a daily basis.
In addition to the application form, applicants will be required to undergo vetting and references, pass an interview, fitness test, drugs test and a health check.
Gwent Police is a culturally diverse area and to ensure that our service is fully representative of the communities we serve, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and ethnic groups.
You can access the application form, or further details, including closing date information, via the following:
Website: https://www.gwent.police.uk/en/join-us/vacancies/
Contact Email: [email protected]
Police Staff
We are looking for a motivated, diligent communications professional to join Gwent Police’s Corporate Communications department. With 3+ years’ experience, you will join a team of Communications and Engagement Specialists to deliver internal and external communications programmes and media support for operational Policing . Working in a fast-paced environment, you’ll be an assured media operator and adept in creating compelling content to support our communications campaigns.
Download the Application Form (Part A)
Download the Application Form (Part B)
| Location | Police HQ, Cwmbran |
|---|---|
| Salary | £30,483 -£32,259 |
| Hours | 37 hours per week |
| Closing date | 24/01/2019 at 13.00 |
Shortlisting – 25th Jan
Interviewing – 1st Feb
Gwent has beautiful surroundings and is within easy access of the motorway (M4) plus many other benefits including:
- Free Parking
- Free Gym Facilities (at selected police sites)
- Effective well-being package
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Work life balance / flexible working
- Incremental pay scales increases
- Subsidised eye test
- Employer matched contributory pension scheme
We are looking for a forensic Scientist to undertake the laboratory examination of exhibits recovered from crime scenes for the presence of body fluids, in accordance with an agreed strategy.
Download Application Form Part A
Download Application Form Part B
| Location | Bridgend |
|---|---|
| Salary | £27,795 – £32,259 |
| Hours | 37 Hours a Week |
| Closing Date | 07/02/2019 @ 13:00 |
Gwent has beautiful surroundings and is within easy access of the motorway (M4) plus many other benefits including:
- Free Parking
- Free Gym Facilities (at selected police sites)
- Effective well-being package
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Work life balance / flexible working
- Incremental pay scales increases
- Subsidised eye test
- Employer matched contributory pension scheme
We are looking for an Learning & Development Administrator to provide administrative support to the Force in respect of Learning and Development.
| Location | Cwmbran |
|---|---|
| Salary | £18,123 - £19,317 (12Month Fixed Term) |
| Hours | 37 hours per week |
| Closing Date | 24/01/2019 at 1pm |
Gwent has beautiful surroundings and is within easy access of the motorway (M4) plus many other benefits including:
- Free Parking
- Free Gym Facilities (at selected police sites)
- Effective well-being package
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Work life balance / flexible working
- Incremental pay scales increases
- Subsidised eye test
- Employer matched contributory pension scheme
We are looking for a Mental Health Triage Professional in our Force Control Room to provide advice, guidance and direction to officers and staff in Gwent Police in relation to responding to those calls for service in relation to individuals who appear to be in mental health crisis or have mental health needs. Making professional, autonomous decisions for which they are accountable within their Professional Code of Conduct and other relevant policies.
Download the Application Form Part A
Download the Application Form Part B
Download the Application Guidance
Please note interviews will be held Monday 4th February 2019.
If candidates are interested in having an informal discussion in relation to the role or have further queries you are invited to contact David Richards, Mental Health Professional Manager 07909 002921. |
| Location | Gwent Police HQ |
|---|---|
| Salary | £33,933 - £36,936 + Non contractual market supplement of 20% |
| Hours | 37 hours per week |
| Closing Date | 24/01/2019 @ 13:00 |
Gwent Police are looking for a new member of the team to provide a service at First Point of Contact in relation to crime and incident recording. We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious applicants with a positive attitude and an excellent telephone manner. Individuals with transferable skills who are looking for a new opportunity to develop themselves, gain knowledge of Policing and experience working in a fast paced and exciting environment, then this is the job for you! If you have any questions regarding the role please contact Joanne Glastonbury-Watkins (Deputy Head, Force Communications Suite) on 01633 838111 or [email protected] |
Download Application Form Part A
Download Application Form Part B
| Location | Police Headquarters |
|---|---|
| Salary | £18,486-£24,759 per annum + 20% shift allowance for 24/7 shifts |
| Hours | 37 Hours a Week |
| Closing Date | 30/01/2018 @ 1pm |
Please note: the shift enhancements will not start to be paid until week 7 of employment as the first 6 weeks are classroom based Monday to Friday. Once fully competent in all 3 areas of the role you will be on at least £26,398 which includes your 20% shift allowance (plus another £3141 approx. in weekend enhancements). |
Gwent has beautiful surroundings and is within easy access of the motorway (M4) plus many other benefits including:
- Free Parking
- Free Gym Facilities (at selected police sites)
- Effective well-being package
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Work life balance / flexible working
- Incremental pay scales increases
- Subsidised eye test
- Employer matched contributory pension scheme
We are looking for a Disclosure Officer to manage enquiries relating to the disclosure of police held information, making decisions about relevancy to the enquiry in accordance with statutory and non-statutory legislation.
Download the Application Form (Part A)
Download the Application Form (Part B)
Download the Application Guidance
| Location | Headquarters |
|---|---|
| Salary | £25,062 - £26,802 |
| Hours | 37 hours per week |
| Closing date | 31/01/2018 @ 13:00 |
Gwent has beautiful surroundings and is within easy access of the motorway (M4) plus many other benefits including:
- Free Parking
- Free Gym Facilities (at selected police sites)
- Effective well-being package
- Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
- Work life balance / flexible working
- Incremental pay scales increases
- Subsidised eye test
- Employer matched contributory pension scheme
