Vetting
Vetting – what to expect
The level of vetting clearance required for your role will have been stated on the advert. All roles within the NCA require a minimum of Security Check (SC) enhanced clearance.
We know that going through the vetting process can be daunting and there are many misconceptions about the process. The team will be available to answer any questions you may have that have not already been covered in the FAQ section.
You will be asked to complete a security questionnaire. At times this may feel intrusive but please don’t worry, just be open and honest throughout the process. The process can be lengthy, especially if you are required to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.
UK Government Security Vetting has created a series of video clips on the topics listed below which provide further insight into the UK Government Vetting process:
- An overview of vetting-
- Ethnicity
- Finances
- Internet use
- Life experiences
- Sexuality & gender identity
- Nationality & travel
- Physical & mental health
You can access the videos by clicking on the link Demystifying Vetting
The NCA is a law enforcement agency and as such we are part of the Criminal Justice System. Therefore, if you are going into an operational role we need to be aware if any of our officers have, either before they join us or afterwards, any of the following:
- Any criminal conviction (including by Court Martial), or caution or fixed penalty notice for disorder or theft
- Any adverse judicial findings
- Any charges or summonses where the proceedings are not complete
- Any misconduct or gross misconduct findings or where proceedings are not complete.
You may be asked to complete a Chapter 18 declaration form covering the above if offered a role with the NCA.
Each case will be considered on its merits and a positive declaration does not automatically mean that your application will not be progressed. However, should you fail to disclose a relevant matter then your application or employment will be adversely affected. If in doubt, please declare it at this stage
