A guide for transferees - Lincolnshire Police

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the recruitment process for transferees Stage 1 – Receipt of application – application screened Stage 2 – Interview Stage 3 – Pre-employment checks Stage 4 – Medical and Uniform We will also need to obtain full details of your personnel record, including appraisals/PDRs, sickness, misconduct/complaint issues, courses and qualifications. What shift patterns do you operate Lincolnshire Police operates a number of different shift patterns designed to meet force and departmental requirements. If you are successful through the recruitment process, you will in your ‘Offer of Appointment’ letter, be allocated a posting and details of your exact shift station shift pattern will normally be notified to you during your first week of service. Where will I be able to live You will be able to live where you wish as long as you are able to commute to and from work without causing detriment to yourself or your work. Will I be able to keep my rent/housing allowance For those officers who currently receive a housing or rent allowance in their existing Force, our Force equivalent allowance will be paid. Are any re-location costs covered Unfortunately no re-location expenses will be paid. How soon can I start An expected start date will be discussed with you once all pre-employment checks are complete. What will my salary scale be and when will I be paid Lincolnshire Police uses the national pay scales and so you will transfer on the same pay increment you currently receive. All salary is paid on a two weeks in arrears and a two weeks in advance basis on the 16 th of each month. Will my pension be affected Under most circumstances pension rights are directly transferable from one force to another. Can I apply as a part-time officer Yes, it is recommended that you state these intentions on your application. A decision on your suitability will be based on our organisational needs as well as your interview and other relevant vetting checks.
My partner and I are both serving officers, can we transfer together Yes, on the basis that both of you satisfactorily complete the full selection process and that we have vacancies suitable. Every effort is made to arrange compatible shifts, however, as referred earlier you must fully appreciate that you may be posted anywhere in the county in accordance with force policy. Is my current annual leave entitlement protected Any current or previous service is recognised for annual leave purposes. If successful through the recruitment process, all applicants will receive a pro-rata entitlement upon transfer. However, you will be required to take all of your current entitlement in your current force as it will not be possible to transfer outstanding leave not taken. In addition time owed in lieu cannot be transferred over. Every effort will be made to honour any pre-booked holiday/time off arrangements although this ultimately will be at the discretion of your manager. Your transfer will remain as continuous service. Your resignation from your current force will be from midnight of your last working day and you will commence service with Lincolnshire Police as of 12:01am. I have passed my OSPRE promotion examinations, will these be recognised Yes, these are nationally recognised and therefore are a transferable qualification. What training can I expect to help me adjust and settle in Training areas covered include: Introduction to the force Personal Safety Lincolnshire Police computer systems Race and Diversity Airwave Radio Systems Driving Standards Are there any restrictions on length of service To be able to transfer to Lincolnshire Police you must have successfully completed your probationary period. There is no restriction on maximum length of service. Where Can I Find Other Useful Details Relating To Lincolnshire Police The Lincolnshire Police website can be found at www.lincs.police.uk Useful Contact Details Housing – www.upmystreet.com Schooling – www.lincolnshire.gov.uk Medical Care – www.nhs.uk Employment Opportunities – www.thisislincolnshire.co.uk Information Regarding Events/Tourist attractions/Places of interest - www.visitlincolnshire.com
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