Benefits of Working for GMP

Support & Advice

GMP feels it is important for you to know there is someone for you to turn to whenever you have a work problem or personal problem that needs to be discussed. Your first point of contact should be your line manager, but there are a number of support mechanisms available to you which offer support and advice.

-  Occupational Health and welfare

GMP has a comprehensive occupational health unit delivering a professional service utilising well-trained, experienced and motivated staff.  The purpose of the unit is to assist in achieving a fit and healthy workforce by providing a range of services and assistance.

-  Health Screening

A mobile screening facility is available which provides a range of 'well person' clinics in the workplace.  The unit also carries out pre-employment and selection screening where necessary.

-  Physiotherapy

An in-house physiotherapy service is provided at the Occupational Health and Welfare Unit, Sedgley Park

-  Welfare

The welfare team provides advice and support across a range of issues such as bereavement, debt, stress and personal difficulties. 

-  Counselling

The occupational health and welfare unit are available to provide advice and guidance and can refer people on to a variety of specialist support agencies, including external counsellors.  There is a 24 hour counselling helpline which can be contacted directly on 0800 197 2040.

Equal Opportunities Advisors

A network of Equal Opportunities Advisors provide confidential information and support on equality issues.  The Advisors can help refer you to the appropriate procedures and support mechanisms.  There is also an Equality and Diversity Unit that aims to provide a comprehensive advisory service about anything to do with equal opportunities. 

-  Trade Unions, Staff Associations and Support Groups

GMP recognises the role trade unions, staff associations and support groups serve in providing support and advice.  They are:

UNISON - Public service union
BAPA - Black and Asian Police Association
WIN - Womens Issues Network
LAGSA - Lesbian and Gay Staff Affiliation
GMJPA - Greater M anche st er Jewish Police Association
DFG - Disability Focus Group
CPA - Christian Police Association
AMP - Association of Muslim Police