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We’re on a journey to shape the future of policing in our three counties and we want you to be part of it.

We value difference and believe in creating an inclusive working environment where our employees feel safe to make suggestions and voice their opinions.

We want to show our staff that they’re valued, which is why we offer generous annual leave entitlements, flexible working opportunities and access to a host of staff associations to ensure you get the support you need when you start your career.

The main purpose of the role is to provide a professional response to all calls for service coming into West Mercia Police.

This role can be Full Time or Part Time - If a part time role would be suitable for you please contact us to discuss hours/availability. We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.

Permanent position.

Office Based.

The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Tuesday 09 April 2024.

This role iscommutable from Kidderminster, Birmingham, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Hereford, Malvern, Ledbury, Evesham, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Bewdley, Droitwich Spa and Pershore and is just off junction 6 of the M5.

Why work for us?

• 24 days Annual leave (increasing to 29 after 5 years service) + bank holidays and we also operate a flexi time system.
• Generous pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing, occupational health services, staff network and PAM assist.
• Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Register for a Blue light card - over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.

If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 0 1 9 0 5 7 1 8 4 4 4 (Press Option 1 then 5)

To view the job profile and to read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police please go to our website.

Internal applicants who are in need of redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process.