CCTV Operator

In this role you will assist in the prevention and detection of crime by monitoring and evidencing CCTV incidents throughout South Yorkshire using digital CCTV systems.,

• Visually monitoring and assessing all types of live CCTV images involving members of the public/traffic incidents, police and other agencies.
• Monitoring and responding to shop and pub radios for 3 districts.
• Monitoring and responding to emails and requests coming into the suite.
• Maintaining accurate records of relevant information using appropriate systems to ensure an audit trail for disclosure and to measure and improve performance.
• Downloading & reviewing CCTV images to provide a factual dissemination of events.
• Using a variety of IT systems to maintain and update incident records., This role is offered on a fixed-term basis in accordance with applicable employment legislation and South Yorkshire Police policy.
Fixed-term contracts are used where there is a genuine business need, such as project-based work, temporary cover or time-limited funding. The fixed term period is subject to change, linked to the posts requirements and may be subject to extension or early termination in line with appropriate notice period. All fixed-term employees will receive equal treatment and access to opportunities in line with our commitment to fair and inclusive employment practices. Where appropriate, fixed-term roles may be made permanent without the need for a further recruitment process. Documents to Review


• Communication skills - ability to listen, empathise and provide support and relay accurate information.
• Experience of information gathering and problem solving.
• Ability to utilise Microsoft IT applications.
• Ability to work under pressure, making logical and appropriate/proportionate decisions.
• An ability to view live images and digital footage.
Skills and experience as documented in the role profile need to be evidenced in your application to be considered for interview., Applicants must meet the minimum requirement checkable history criteria, which must be taken into account for individuals applying to work with South Yorkshire Police in any capacity. A minimum checkable history of 3 years is required for this role and successfully undergoing recruitment vetting procedure is a pre-requisite of employment with South Yorkshire Police.

South Yorkshire Police is committed to striking a proportionate balance between self-expression and the need to maintain role sensitive professional standards in dress and appearance. Officers, staff, and volunteers of South Yorkshire Police are permitted to have tattoos visible whilst on duty provided the tattoo is not considered to be unacceptable or otherwise inappropriate. Tattoos will be reviewed as part of the recruitment and selection process. . South Yorkshire Police's overarching aim is to deliver an excellent police service to support safer communities. The public's assessment of our excellence is influenced by the level of trust and confidence in us, as an organisation and as individuals. In comparison to the general public, police officers and police staff are held to a higher standards of behaviour and accountability. In applying to join the police, applicants are accepting of these higher standards and understand the implications on their right to privacy. South Yorkshire Police's Key Values: At South Yorkshire Police we have 3 key values which run through everything we do Fairness, Integrity & Trust, the attached document details the key behaviours we expect all employees to adhere to. Smarter ways of Working: South Yorkshire Police is committed to developing working practices which assist staff to balance their personal and professional lives, whilst meeting the needs of the organisation. This in turn enables SYP to provide an outstanding service to the community. There are 3 different categories as part of this which are: Fixed, Field and Hybrid. This role has been evaluated as a fixed role. Fixed: This is a traditional arrangement, applicable when the work is mostly required to be undertaken at a fixed single place of work (on police premises) for most of the time. The work can only or is more effectively delivered from a police premises or other agreed organisational/partner premises.

We offer generous entitlements and supportive policies to enable a better work-life balance, some of which are listed below:
• A highly competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• A wide range of family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time and hybrid working
• A transparent and collaborative team culture underpinned by our core values of Fairness, Integrity & Trust
• Comprehensive range of development and leadership courses to develop your career with South Yorkshire Police
• Employee Assistant Programme (accessible 24/7) offering confidential support and advice
• Flexible lifestyle benefits such as: Blue Light Card, Company Shop, Cycle to work scheme
• Committed to embedding sustainability: South Yorkshire Police Sustainability Strategy 2020-2025 (yhrn.police)
• Membership to the Sports and Social Club
• Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks