At a Glance
- Tasks: Produce accurate summaries of recorded interviews for court using word processing equipment.
- Company: Join South Yorkshire Police and contribute to community safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible working, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for underrepresented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the justice system while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have RSA II or OCR typing qualification and audio typing experience.
The predicted salary is between 25242 - 27204 £ per year.
Department: Criminal Justice Department
Location: Snig Hill, Sheffield
Salary: £25,242 - £27,204 pro rata
Hours: 27.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Temporary until 31.03.27.
As a ROSI/ROWI typist you will produce accurate summarised accounts of tape-recorded interviews of suspects (ROSI) and witnesses (ROWI), to a standard acceptable for court purposes using word processing equipment. To be considered for the role you must have a minimum of RSA 11 or OCR typewriting or equivalent. You must be experienced in audio typing and be able to successfully pass a hearing test in order for you to be able to listen and hear audio taped conversations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce summarised unbiased accounts of tape-recorded interviews to a standard acceptable for court purposes using word processing equipment.
- Be responsible for the security of tape-recorded interviews.
- Maintain a register of tape/recordings of taped interviews.
- Liaise with the internal/external agencies.
- Ensure completed work is forwarded to relevant person either by electronic transfer or hard copy print out.
- Receive, check, and distribute appropriate documentation.
- Receive, prepare, and produce a copy of recorded 999 calls for court purposes.
- Prepare related or similar work within the scope of the grade of the post, using either the word processing facility or other equipment.
- Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.
Skills and experience:
- Applicants must have a minimum of RSA II or OCR typewriting or equivalent.
- Experience in audio typing.
- Must be able to provide accurate typing work whilst working under pressure (You will be required to undertake an audio typing and typing test at interview).
- Experience of using Microsoft Word packages.
- Flexible to work at other locations.
- Must be able to listen and hear audio taped conversations. (Successfully pass a hearing test.)
Skills and experience as documented in the role profile need to be evidenced in your application to be considered for interview.
What we offer:
- 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 flexitime 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.
- Membership to the Sports and Social Club.
- Access to a wide range of staff support groups and networks.
Eligibility:
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.
Appearance & Standards:
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 Key Values:
At South Yorkshire Police we have 3 key values which run through everything we do: Fairness, Integrity & Trust.
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.
Contact details:
For further information about the role, please contact: Jane Eastwood on 0114 2964701.
Closing Date:
19th August 2026. Closing dates are not normally extended, other than in exceptional circumstances and agreement is made between the Recruitment Manager and the Line Manager for the role.
Candidate Information:
Please note that, should you be successful at the interview stage and before appointment, the relevant pre-employment checks are required. These include references, medical clearance, vetting clearance, and sickness absence criteria check.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Applications are particularly welcome from female and ethnic minority candidates. It is really important to us that the department represents the community we serve, in order for us to provide the best service, utilising a range of backgrounds, experience and skills.
Internal Candidates:
This vacancy is temporary therefore; you must have the support of your current Line Manager to apply.
Further Information:
This role is offered on a fixed-term basis in accordance with applicable employment legislation and South Yorkshire Police policy.
ROSI/ROWI Typist in Sheffield employer: South Yorkshire Police
South Yorkshire Police is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to become a fully accredited detective through the Detective Constable Entry Programme. With a commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and a focus on employee development, the organisation fosters a collaborative work culture that values diversity and provides comprehensive training for career progression. Located in a vibrant region, employees benefit from a competitive starting salary and the chance to make a meaningful impact in their community.
