Security, Use of Force & Intelligence Assurance Officer

About this role

Details

National pay locations: Lincoln, Manchester: £34,415 - £34,931 London pay locations: Heathrow: £38,415 - £38,991

Plus allowance of between 12.57%, which equates to an additional £4,325 pa based on salary minimum.

GBP

Job grade

Executive Officer

Business area

HO - Immigration Enforcement - International Returns Service Command (IRSC)

Type of role

Operational Delivery

Working pattern

Annualised hours, Full-time, Shift working

Number of jobs available

2

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About the job

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Benefits

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Things you need to know

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Apply and further information

About the job

Job summary

The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports.

Immigration Enforcement is responsible for enforcing the government’s immigration laws, tackling illegal migration, removing foreign national offenders and immigration offenders from the UK. We also aim to disrupt the organised criminal groups that exploit the vulnerable for their personal gain. Learn more on our careers pages.

The International Returns Service Command (IRSC) was established in 2023, bringing together Returns Logistics Operations, Escorting Operations, and Detention Progression and Returns, supported by IRSC Central Operations. These teams are central to Immigration Enforcement’s operational activity, delivering the return of Foreign National Offenders (FNOs) and individuals with no legal right to remain in the United Kingdom as part of the wider Returns Directorate.

Job description

Security, Use of Force & Intelligence Assurance Officer plays an important role in supporting the safe, lawful and effective delivery of IRSC operations. This includes providing operational and assurance support across international removals, Foreign National Offender returns, charter flight operations, overseas movements, and in-country escorting activities.

Working within a dynamic operational environment, the post holder will contribute to the oversight and monitoring of security arrangements and the use of force within the escorting contract. They will provide high-quality administrative and operational support, helping to ensure compliance with immigration legislation, Home Office policy, and contractual obligations, while supporting the continuous improvement of operational standards and assurance processes.

Key Responsibilities

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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of immigration legislation, policies, procedures and required training, including personal protection and Home Office Manual for Escorting Safely (HOMES), ensuring all activity is lawful, proportionate and compliant.

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Represent the team professionally at meetings and when engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

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Maintain and update security, contingency, intelligence, corruption prevention, risk reduction and service credit trackers and logs, escalating concerns through appropriate governance channels.

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Support HEOs in planning, recording and monitoring security reviews, recommendations, contingency exercises and operational meetings.

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Assist in the development and delivery of new security strands, initiatives and assurance activity across operational areas.

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Maintain and manage Use of Force databases and records, reviewing paperwork, reports and footage in line with policy and assurance frameworks.

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Conduct checks on agreed samples of incident footage, identifying emerging risks or themes and escalating where required.

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Maintain charter flight calendars, support operational escorts, overseas removals and ports when directed, and liaise with International Returns teams and suppliers to resolve operational issues.

Working Pattern

Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis.

Shift Working

Successful candidates will need to be able to attend for all shifts including early starts, late night finishes, and overnight shifts. These shifts may be outside of public transport operating hours.

Training

Full training will be provided internally to help you develop the knowledge and skills needed for the role. Your learning will begin with structured training and continue through practical, on-the-job experience, supported by an experienced colleague or mentor. Throughout your development, you will receive ongoing guidance and encouragement to build your confidence and competence. You will also work as part of a supportive team, with colleagues always available to provide advice and assistance whenever needed.

Travel

Travel may be required to a variety of locations across the UK, including airports and regional sites, depending on business needs.

Person specification

Essential Criteria

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Experience of working in an operational or assurance role within a regulated or compliance‑based environment.

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Knowledge or demonstrable understanding of Use of Force principles, security measures, and risk management.

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Excellent organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail.

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Ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities, and respond to short‑notice operational requirements.

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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive and complex information appropriately.

Desirable Criteria

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Strong understanding of, or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, immigration powers, legislation, and policy.

Licences

Due to the nature of the work and/or the geographical area, driving is an essential requirement for this role. You will be required to drive on official business. You must have a full valid UK manual/automatic driving licence.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions

We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:

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Delivering at Pace

Benefits

In addition to your salary, a career with the Home Office offers a range of benefits, including:

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A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.

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In-year reward scheme for one-off or sustained exceptional personal or team achievements.

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25 days annual leave on appointment, rising with service to 30 days.

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Eight days of public holidays, plus one additional privilege day.

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Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. This is a non-contractual arrangement where all employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in an office.

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This role currently attracts Annualised Hours Allowance (AHA) of*12.57%*of salary, which equates to an additional £4,325 per annum based on salary minimum. Further information can be found on our website.

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Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience.

This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity.

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