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<div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_71412_1" data-field_id="71412" data-instance="1" data-type="LABEL" data-item_id="71308"> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_value_71412_1"> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_datafield_71412__1" role="definition" aria-labelledby="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_que_71412_1"> <table> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p>In this role you will provide efficient and effective general administrative support, undertaking a wide range of administrative tasks. Working as part of a group of Administrative Assistants providing maximum flexibility of staffing resources between the various task areas<br /> <br /> You should be able to demonstrate you have carried out duties relevant to the post including checking, recording and inputting information and associated filing.<br /> <br /> You will be required to maintain various records/information systems either manual or computerised relating to cash purchases, general procurement of goods and services, correspondence, mileage and expenses seized cash, imprest account and input the information into Force databases in a timely and accurate manner.<br /> <br /> You will monitor voicemail and email inbox systems as appropriate, retrieving, reviewing and directing messages ensuring diary systems exist to monitor the return of responses. Experience of software applications including typing is essential for this role.</p> <p>Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.</p> <p>Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.</p> <p>Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.</p> <p>GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Benefits:</span></p> <p>As well as offering the chance of a rewarding career, there are other benefits to working for GMP.<br /> <br /> Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service.</p> <ul> <li>A competitive salary</li> <li>Annual pay rise</li> <li>Generous Pension</li> <li>Maternity/paternity leave</li> <li>Healthcare and wellbeing support</li> <li>Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club which offers a range of sporting activities</li> <li>Emergency Services blue light card discount</li> <li>Cycle Scheme</li> <li>Car Lease Scheme - Fleet Solutions offer the leading salary sacrifice lease car scheme for the NHS and other public sector organisations please paste this link into your browser for further details</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.nhsfleetsolutions.co.uk/">Fleet solutions (nhsfleetsolutions.co.uk)</a></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_label_172735_1"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Important eligibility criteria information</span></p> <ul> <li> <p>Please note, you must be at least 16 years old to apply</p> </li> <li> <p>You will not be appointed until you are at least 16 years old</p> </li> <li>You must have at least 5 years residency in the UK to apply</li> </ul> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_label_118858_1"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; text-decoration: underline;">Important information before you commence an application</span></p> <p>You may require the following detail to complete this application form:</p> <ul> <li>National Insurance Number</li> <li>Identification Detail e.g. passport</li> <li>Address information</li> <li>Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained</li> <li>Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe any tattoos you have</li> </ul> <p> </p> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_label_155634_1"> <p>You may require the following documents to complete this application form or these may be requested during the selection process:</p> <ul> <li>A Passport style photograph</li> <li>A copy of your photo card driving licence</li> <li>A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)</li> <li>A copy of your Passport or birth certificate</li> <li>Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only)</li> <li>Clear, colour photos of all tattoos</li> <li>Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos</li> <li>Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc</li> <li>Deed poll certificate for any name changes </li> </ul> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_label_144396_1"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Important information before you commence an application for ALL applicants</span><br /> <br /> The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.</p> <p>Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not save. </p> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_210502_1" data-field_id="210502" data-instance="1" data-type="LARGETEXT" data-item_id="183750"><label role="term" id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_que_210502_1"> </label> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_value_210502_1"> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_210502_1_error"> </div> <div id="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_datafield_210502__1" role="definition" aria-labelledby="form_8fcdc5e5-6d3d-4a05-bd44-d113cb0c38fe_field_que_210502_1"> <p>To be eligible to apply for a police staff role in GMP, you need to demonstrate that you have the appropriate right to work in the UK and to carry out the hours or type of work that you are applying for.</p> <p>Due to the Equality Act (2010) the sickness will not be checked until the conditional offer stage of the recruitment process and therefore candidates need to ensure that they have a good attendance record for the last 2 years for Staff and officers and for 12 months for apprentices.</p> <p>The Equality Act 2010 makes it unlawful to discriminate against a disabled person in all areas of employment, including recruitment. The Police Service welcomes people with disabilities and will do its best to make reasonable adjustments to the working arrangements and/ or the working environment providing it is possible to do so.</p> <p>Should you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the selection process. Please contact GMP Recruitment @ <a href="mailto:gmprecruitment@gmp.police.uk">gmprecruitment1@gmp.police.uk</a></p> <p>As an equal opportunities’ employer, GMP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.</p> <p>Candidates with a disability meeting all essential criteria should be progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process.<br /> <br /> We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join GMP.</p> <p>Policing values are enshrined in the Ethical Policing Principles (a copy of which is attached).</p> <p>The portal to upload Tattoos should not be used to upload CV’s or Expressions of Interest if you do this your application will not be included in the recruitment process.</p> <p>Apprentices; you must be in the last 6 months of your apprenticeship to be eligible to apply for this role.</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div>

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