Hertfordshire Constabulary Police Staff Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Leave Cover, Temporary Full Time, Internal Secondment Joint Protective Services Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs A3 26,937 37 12 Applications are invited for a Business Support Assistant to join Joint Protective Services (JPS) in delivering essential strategic and administrative support to Crime and Specialist Operations. The post holder will work as part of a team within the JPS Business Co-ordination Unit. This is a full-time, maternity cover post for an individual looking to develop their career, enhance their business support skills and work within a fast paced and evolving area of business. We have the flexibility to accommodate those who may require part time hours etc so please make contact if you are interested in the opportunity. Secondments will be considered however, line manager approval must be sought before applying. The successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel across the tri-force but the permanent base location can be either Bedfordshire Police Headquarters or Cambridgeshire Police Headquarters which is where the majority of the department and command team are based. The post holder will be required to undertake a range of responsibilities, including (but not limited to); Maintain accurate and systematic records to ensure information is easily accessible. Undertake a range of administrative processes to support the operational teams. Research and compile management information as required. Effectively manage all telephone, written and electronic communications. Provide confidential administrative support to the JPS Command Team. As such the successful candidate will have the desired qualities; Experience in the use of IT and a good working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases. Experience of operating a range of office equipment Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritise effectively If you are interested in applying for the advertised role please ensure you read the attached information, including role profile, and recruitment information for applicants. For the purposes of the application you will be expected to provide evidence against the four personal qualities below and the entry requirements; We take ownership We are collaborative We analyse critically There is a word count limit of 500 words per section. If you are shortlisted for interview you will be expected to evidence against all personal qualities and the entry requirements as stipulated in the role profile. JPS endeavour to reflect the diverse communities we serve and to build an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued and respected. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented or minority groups. For more information and an informal chat about the role please make contact with Lucy Chilcott (lucy.chilcottbeds.police.uk) Additional Information All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role. Internal applicants within Hertfordshire Constabulary, Cambridgeshire Constabulary & Bedfordshire Police should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document. This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until a conditional offer has been agreed with a successful candidate. Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until an appointment is offered. If a redeployee does apply and is successful, they will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions. As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’. It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.