Investigation Support Officer

Thames Valley Police have the vison to be an excellent police service, trusted by all their communities. To achieve this vision and deliver their strategic aims and objectives, they are seeking highly motivated, skilled investigators to join them.

£22,708 per annum, plus contributory pension scheme with shift allowance as appropriateCore daytime hours Monday - FridayStrict police vetting will be conductedUnit – Assessment & Investigation Unit (AIU)

Role purpose:

You will provide an effective and efficient support function within a mixed economy team of Police Officers and staff, including administrative tasks, evidence collection and recording tasks on Niche RMS.

Accountability:

Undertake evidence collection accurately and efficiently within an investigatory process, to support a mixed economy team of Police Officers and staffRecord witness accounts in the form of a statement which meets the required evidential and quality standards to comply with CPS guidelinesUndertake tasks as directed by an OIC or supervisor in line with level of training and designation which includes house to house enquiries, the scoping, seizing and viewing of media footage and exhibit handlingReview material in accordance with the Criminal Procedure Investigation Act (CPIA) to identify further lines of enquiry or relevant material where directed by the OIC or the Disclosure OfficerView CCTV and/or other media footage as circumstances dictate, which will include copying relevant footage, obtaining evidence from mobile phones and identifying further investigative opportunitiesAttend court to give specific evidence when required, including evidence of exhibits seizure / handling, statement taking and to support the investigation/prosecution teamAssist OICs and supervisors to work with partner and support agencies in response to victim updates, information sharing, risk assessments and collation of evidence

Skills required to be successful.

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; confident at intermediate level with an aptitude/willingness to learn new systems/technology and TVP SystemsGood standard of education with GCSEs (Grade 9-1/A-C) or Key Skills level 2 or equivalent in EnglishGood interpersonal and communication skillsProven ability to organise, plan, manage and prioritise workloads

As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 22-30 days annual leave per annum pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. To view a full list of our benefits, please click the below link.

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.

To apply, please send your CV to Sarah.Holland@thamesvalley.police.uk or Alison.Murphy@thamesvally.police.uk

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of CV's is Monday 6 June 2022