35011 - Senior Administrator - Counter Terrorism Team

£22,261 - £28,200
3
12 Months
North East
Doncaster , Leeds , Middlesbrough , Newcastle-upon-Tyne , Sheffield , Stockton-on-Tees
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Other
NPS Pay Band 3 National
Permanent
Full Time, Part Time/Job Share, Flexible Working
Administration / Corporate Support

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This post is an exciting opportunity to join the national Counter Terrorism Team working within the National Probation Service. There are two posts available; one working across the North East region and the other within Yorkshire and Humberside. The location for the role will require some flexibility and a base location within the region will be agreed upon appointment.

Travel across the region, and on occasion nationally, will be required as part of the role.

Applications for job share or flexible working will be considered.

Overview of the job     

This is a senior administrative and analytical role for the Probation Counter Terrorism Team

The jobholder will deliver essential corporate support to the team and partners, manage date systems which are an essential part of the team’s accountability, and deliver statistical, information and research products.

Provided with appropriate training the post holder will play a critical role in developing NPS contribution to HMPPS Counter Terrorism research and intelligence products and key datasets regarding the risk and threat picture for their Division, drawing on a variety of NPS databases, reports and sources of intelligence including via external stakeholders

There may be a requirement to deliver such support across more than one Division or function

There may be a requirement for enhanced security clearance      

Summary           

To deliver corporate services support information management and intelligence analysis to manage information and data to ensure the efficient functioning of the Probation Counter Terrorism team and the wider CT network in HMPPS.

The jobholder will report to the Probation Counter Terrorism Lead(s) and support the work of the national HMPPS Joint Extremism Unit.

The post is a flexible resource within the NPS function and from time to time there may been a requirement to respond promptly to national requests for information

This will be achieved by developing systems across a number of data sources to assist the delivery of PCT team activity, incorporating work within relevant CRCs and potentially across more than one NPS Division.

The job holder will provide administrative support, research and key data sets to the PCT lead, Assistant Chief Officer and National Probation Joint Extremism Unit lead.

The job holder will be willing to engage in suitable training to support the PCTL and national lead in the development of a probation intelligence research function across all available intelligence sources

The post holder will maintain and develop good working relationships with external stakeholders including prison, police, court, CRC and other staff to facilitate the role

The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position  

Responsibilities, Activities & Duties

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

Counter Terrorism Data Management

Daily maintenance of the HMPPS joint Linkspace database with regard to Divisionally managed cases, and those residing in prisons within the PCT team footprint

Development and monitoring of PCT team case diary system to log activity and decisions for all relevant cases released from prisons into the Division

Record on Linkspace all cases identified as of concern / TACT convicted managed in the Division and associated CRCs, and develop systems to receive and process information from CRCs for entry onto the database

Carry out quality assurance checks for the Linkspace database, both at a national and regional level. Participate in national development of best practice with regard to Linkspace database within HMPPS

Information and intelligence Development

With operational staff develop key dataset to be produced quarterly for senior leads from all available databases to outline key CT risks and NPS/CRC activity on Divisional footprint

Be prepared to take part in professional training as required with regard to the intelligence professionalization or other intelligence programmes, intelligence handling and any other training as required by the role

Liaise with HMPPS and other key stakeholders to develop the NPS CT contribution to a national intelligence picture, eg researching trends and commonalities within the caseload, and participate in meetings as appropriate

Using available sources of information such as N-Delius and Oasys develop reports as requested and key datasets regarding the Counter Terrorism risk and threat picture both for the Division and to contribute to wider HMPPS intelligence network intelligence products.

Post holders will be expected to build productive working relationships with the wider analytical community in HMPPS, and with other partners to develop quality reports and data.

Once appropriately trained post holders will obtain and evaluate information and applying analytical techniques to interpret it in conjunction with others, and disseminate the product appropriately.

Team corporate support

Development and implementation of all data systems which support the activity of the PCT team, monitoring agreed probation processes and ensuring accountable recording of PCT team activity

Meeting and other administrative support to PCTL

Coordinate the training requirements for Divisions, liaising with administrative and training hubs to collate data and organise training delivery in response to demand.

Preparation and collation of key documentation relating to Mappa, Maesm, Pathfinder and any other meetings supporting PCT team outputs

Process and monitor requests for payment from external providers

Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing pro-social behaviour and attitudes and challenging anti-social behaviour and attitudes

Work within the aims and values of HMPPS

Ensure that all reasonable precautions are taken towards the maintenance, security and confidentiality of written and electronically stored material, including information from external sources, in line with intelligence handling codes, Data protection Act and all Information Security Policies and Procedures.    

The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the Job Holder.


Behaviours        

  • Changing and Improving
  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Delivering at Pace
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Developing Self and Others

Essential Experience     

  • Demonstrate previous administration experience, and experience of providing a wide range of management support activities
  • Evidence of providing support and assistance to colleagues in delivering a quality service.

Technical requirements              

  • NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
  • GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent)
  • IT Skills; Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint (or equivalent i.e. Lotus Notes)            

 

Hours of Work (Unsocial Hours) Allowances     

37

Qualifications
GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Working Arrangements & Further Information

Standard working hours are 37 hours per week excluding breaks which are unpaid.

Benefits

The MoJ offers a range of benefits:

Annual Leave

Generous allowances for paid holiday starting at 25 days per year, and rising as your service increases. Additional paid time off for public holidays and 1 privilege day. Leave for part-time and job share posts will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

Pension

The National Probation Service is covered by the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) run through the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF). Please visit www.gmpf.org.uk for further information.

Please note: Any current Civil Servant who is a member of the PCSPS, by accepting an offer of employment to the National Probation Services will be opted out of the PCSPS and auto enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Training

The Ministry of Justice is committed to staff development and offers an extensive range of training and development opportunities.

Support

  • A range of ‘Family Friendly’ policies such as opportunities to work reduced hours or job share.
  • Access to flexible benefits such as voluntary benefits, retail vouchers and discounts on a range of goods and services.
  • For any moves across the Civil Service may have implications on your ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers
  • Paid paternity, adoption and maternity leave.
  • Free annual sight tests for employees who use computer screens.

Networks

The opportunity to join employee-run networks that have been established to provide advice and support and to enable the views of employees from minority groups to be expressed direct to senior management. There are currently networks for employees of minority ethnic origin, employees with disabilities, employees with caring responsibilities, women employees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender.

Eligibility

All candidates are subject to security and identity checks prior to taking up post

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.

There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Expected Wednesday 19th August 2020

10/07/2020, 23:55 hours.

If you require any assistance please call 0845 241 5358 (Monday to Friday 8am - 6pm) or e mail Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com. Please quote the job reference - 35011.

For further information regarding the role please contact Kirsty Murphy, Probation Counter Terrorism Lead for the North East on 07547 972977 or Darren Phillips. Probation Counter Terrorism Lead for Yorkshire and Humber on 07783 140753.

Security Clearance (SC)

Success Profiles will enable a fairer and more inclusive method of recruitment by enabling us to assess the range of experiences, abilities, strengths, behaviours and technical/professional skills required for different roles. This flexible approach to recruitment focuses more on finding the right candidate for the specific role. To find out more about Success Profiles to support your application please click here for further guidance.

if you feel that your application has not been treated in line with the Civil Service Recruitment Principles, please contact SSCL (Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com) in the first instance

We have provided detail of the assessment stages and areas being assessed to help you prepare for completing your application form, and to advise of what will be assessed following this, if you successfully pass the application stage.


Application form stage assessments

Experience
CV
Technical Skills
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent - 250 word limit
GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths (or equivalent) - 250 word limit
IT Skills; Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint (or equivalent i.e. Lotus Notes) - 250 word limit

Interview stage assessments

There is 1 interview stage for this vacancy.
Behaviours
Changing and Improving
Making Effective Decisions
Delivering at Pace
Managing a Quality Service
Developing Self and Others
Technical Skills
IT Skills; Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint (or equivalent i.e. Lotus Notes)
Strengths may also be assessed at interview but these are not shared in advance.
Additional Assessment(s)
Written Exercise

A Great Place to Work for Veterans

The "Making the Civil Service a Great Place to work for veterans" initiative includes a guaranteed interview scheme to those who meet the minimum criteria to provide eligible former members of the Armed Forces with opportunities to secure rewarding jobs. Allowing veterans to continue to serve their country, and to bring highly skilled individuals with a broad range of experience into the Civil Service in an environment, which recognises and values your previous service in the Armed Forces.
For further details about the initiative and eligibility requirements visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/making-the-civil-service-a-great-place-to-work-for-veterans

Redeployment Interview Scheme

Civil Service departments are expected to explore redeployment opportunities before making an individual redundant. The MoJ are committed, as part of the Redeployment Interview Scheme, to providing opportunities to those who are 'at risk of redundancy'.

MoJ are able to offer an interview to eligible candidates who meet the minimum selection criteria, except in a limited number of campaigns. Candidate's will not be eligible for the Redeployment Interview Scheme if they are applying on promotion.

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

· UK nationals

· nationals of the Republic of Ireland

· nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK

· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families

· nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

· individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020

· Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules

This Vacancy is closed to applications.