XA900 Animal Collection Officer **External**

West Yorkshire Police is looking to appoint an Animal Collection Officer. The appointed candidate will work within the Yorkshire and Humber Region.

The role involves working as part of small team responsible for the daily care and welfare of seized dogs that are kennelled at the Unit. This will include regular exercising of the dogs, feeding and general cleaning duties at the kennels. The role will also entail attending and collecting animals from locations across West Yorkshire, and safely returning them to the kennels. Additional duties will include returning the animals, as well as organising and transporting them for veterinary assessments.

Working independently, as well as part of a team, the role requires a reliable, enthusiastic, and motivated individual. Potential candidates are advised to consider that the work can be physically demanding.

The ability and willingness to work flexible hours to suit the demands of the business is a requirement. A 24/7 shift pattern is in operation at the Unit.

Please view the role profile for a full description of the role and the required skills and experience.

Internal staff, please note if this role is a higher grade than your current role you MUST have an overall PDR rating of Successful Performer or above, applicants with a rating of Needs Improvement are not eligible to apply for any roles. Please state in the box below the date of your latest PDR and your overall PDR Rating (You do NOT need to submit your PDR to the Resourcing Mailbox)
For information, in line with HSE guidance/legislation, the appointed candidate will require ongoing Health Surveillance. A pre-employment health screen will take place prior to appointment.

We are not accepting CVs or cover letters for this particular application, therefore please ensure you complete the required application form to enable your application to be progressed.

The vacancy will close at 23:55 hours on the 19th September 2024.

The post is suitable for job share.

Any shift enhancements/weekend allowances are based on the published Force pattern any deviations from this could mean the enhancements/allowances may differ or not apply, for full details refer to staff Terms & Conditions.

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 five 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.
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