Assistant HR Advisor - Policy

October 27, 2025

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Role type Police Staff Contract duration Permanent Contract type Full Time Number of posts 1 Division CSD - CORPORATE SERVICES DIVISION Department Human Resources Section Employee Relations, Policy and Reward Location Dalmarnock Currently Police Scotland have guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis, should you have an interest in working more flexibly then we would encourage your application. Grade 3 Salary £30,899 Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum. Hours per week 35 Competency and value framework (CVF) level 1 Closing date 07/11/2025, 12:00 Job advert Assistant HR Advisor-Policy Police Scotland's purpose is to improve the safety and wellbeing of people, places and communities. Over the last few months, we’ve taken the opportunity to review our HR operating model & underpinning structure and roles. As a result, we’ve got some exciting new opportunities to join our great HR team. As part of the team working in the Human Resources Division, you can make a real difference by supporting the provision of Human Resources to our officers and staff across the second largest police force in the UK. We believe our people are our most important asset and investing in them is fundamental to the success of introducing new and emerging solutions and support to our front-line. Key Responsibilities Of The Role Include – <ul><li>In support of the HR Advisors, to provide a high quality and consistent HR advice, coaching and guidance to customers/stakeholders in line with Police Scotland’s values, organisational policies and legal requirements. </li></ul>Why join us? <ul><li>Competitive salary with annual increments</li><li>Full-time or part-time shift patterns</li><li>28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays</li><li>Local government pension scheme for long-term security</li><li>Ongoing training to develop your skills</li><li>Opportunities for career progression and professional growth</li><li>Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment</li><li>Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network </li></ul>Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile. Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions. Role profile Role Profile - Assistant HR Advisor.pdf – 160KB Opens in a new window CVF guidance Competency Values Framework PS.pdf – 216KB Opens in a new window You should have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application for this role.

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