DBS Decision Maker

Salary: SC5 £30,333 to £32,613

Location: Police Headquarters, Aykley Heads

Hours/Contract: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Closing Date: 5pm, Friday 10^th July 2026

Vetting Level: RV

Make a Difference – Join Our Team

We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals to join Durham Constabulary, helping to protect our communities and deliver an outstanding policing service. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful work where your skills and commitment will make a real impact.

The Role

To receive and process Disclosure and Barring (DBS) applications on individuals who are apply for role that require regular unsupervised access to children and other vulnerable people for employment purposes where an enhanced DBS certificate is required. You are required to undertake research into non-conviction and conviction information on the applicant or third parties.

As part of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting operational policing and delivering high-quality services to the public. Working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will collaborate with colleagues and partners to achieve positive outcomes and uphold our core values of professionalism, integrity, and service.

What You’ll Do

• Develop a detailed working knowledge of the Quality Assurance Framework (QAF) which is a national framework and local processes.  Ensure the QAF is adhered to.
• To make informed, accurate decisions on the relevance of information held on Police National Database (PND), Police National Computer (PNC) and Durham Constabulary’s local systems in relation to the safeguarding and risk to children or vulnerable adults. This includes assessing and making decisions in relation to third parties on homebased applications determining the level of frequent unsupervised access to the particular vulnerable group. Deliver high standards of service aligned with organisational priorities
• To evaluate, interpret and analyse complex data/ information retrieved from policing systems and other agencies when making your decisions. Write up an initial disclosure text if requires for consideration for by the Chief Officer Delegate (COD).
• Quality assures information provided by DBS/ DBS applicant, identify errors and omission in line with local and national processes. The harvesting of updated information is to be shared with the PNC liaison team within Durham Constabulary: updated address/ national insurance number and driving licence number.
• Create an audit trail of applications process by completing a production log accurately. Completing an audit trail, recording how any why a decision was reached, ensuring the information provided satisfies the principles within the relevant legislation and produced in a coherent manner.
• Contribute to the safety and wellbeing of our communities
• Work effectively as part of a team in a demanding but rewarding environment
• Support continuous improvement and organisational excellence
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and professional standards at all times

What You’ll Bring

• City & Guilds Level III/ A Levels/or BTEC National in a relevant subject or an approved equivalent

• At least 1 year clerical experience, e.g. photocopying, filing, preparing letters and documents from templates, incoming and outgoing postal duties, updating records and systems

• A strong commitment to public service and our organisational values
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Relevant qualifications and/or experience for the role

If you hold a higher qualification than those required above or minimum 5 years relevant experience, please evidence this on your application and it will be reviewed by our recruitment team.

For further information, please view the Job Description and Person Specification attached. 

How to apply

To apply, please submit:

• A completed Application Form
• A completed Equality Monitoring Form

Applications must be received by the closing date and should be sent via email to:  [email protected] 

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must have the right to work and live in the UK without restrictions
• Proof of eligibility will be required for successful candidates
• All recruitment communication will be sent via email—please check your inbox, including junk/spam folders

Further Information
• Any offer of employment is subject to the successful completion of appropriate vetting checks, which will be maintained throughout your service
• Applicants must have resided in the UK for at least three years prior to application
• Where this requirement is not met, candidates must provide verifiable police clearance certificates from relevant countries
Durham Constabulary is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards. Tattoos that could be considered offensive, discriminatory, or inconsistent with our values may affect eligibility.

For any queries, please contact:

[email protected] 

If you’re looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to keeping our communities safe.