Permanent - Police Constable - AIU Innovation - Forcewide

AIU
Forcewide
Constable
Full Time - All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated

Permanent - Police Constable - AIU Innovation - Forcewide

Full Time: 40 hrs/week (All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated)

1 x position available

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Applications are invited from substantive constables.

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Role profile: Permanent - Police Constable - AIU Innovation - Forcewide

In this role, you will be responsible for to support the AIU Sergeant – Innovation in the review and analysis of learning from other forces, internal performance information, victim feedback and experience of the AIU operational delivery functions, to identify opportunities for the ongoing continuous improvement and transformation of the AIU. In so doing, improve the quality of service provided to victims, the identification of vulnerability, threat, harm and risk that would otherwise have been missed, whilst maximising opportunities to solve crime and prevent future crime.  

Principle responsibilities: 

  • Exploit different methods of analysis and research to identify best practice, risks, and opportunities for improvement, change or innovation. Capture all insights and options, for consideration, assessment and prioritisation. Develop and maintain change insights and proposals in order to improve AIU service delivery in line with the Force Strategic Plan.  
  • Develop and maintain insights and proposals in order to improve AIU service delivery in line with the Force Strategic Plan.
  • Develop opportunities and proposals for pilots, and capture opportunities for technological solutions to improve processes and use of resources. Carry out visits to other forces and organisations to identify and research options and present findings.  
  • Develop and maintain skills and knowledge around technological solutions and process improvement, carry out horizon scanning to identify future opportunities.
  • Plan, develop and implement evaluations of pilots and change proposals to ensure the effectiveness and success of trials before further implementation. Support the operational delivery teams through the implementation of pilots and provide training or support throughout. Transition pilots through to full implementation where agreed.  
  • Lead projects or support the wider AIU Strategy Team to deliver projects to implement changes and improvements to AIU processes, tools and systems.  Ensure the changes are included in performance framework. Provide SMT with SME advice around AIU processes and changes being proposed in the strategy process.  
  • Support the ongoing quality assurance of AIU work by carrying out audits for triage and investigations and provide feedback in an appropriate way. Escalating concerns to senior officers as required.  
  • Build and maintain relationships with other departments, including enablers, such as ICT, Digital Team, Business Change and Strategic Development to ensure that we are considered as an innovative department and a place to trial solutions.  
  • Support the organisation and delivery of Teams in Action (TIA) days and departmental conferences.   
  • Develop and maintain skills and knowledge around the force’s technology structures, processes and systems in order to support the ongoing development of use within AIU.
  • Provide support or resilience cover to strategy team roles as required.

Additional information: Skills and affinity for technology and change. 

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For further information regarding the role, please contact Sarah Holland C6987 or Rhys Miles P5181.

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Application method:

Click 'apply' at the bottom of the screen and complete the application form. Applications must include the following:

  • Evidence from your own experiences as an officer against each of the 6 competencies.
    • There is a maximum word count of 300 for each competency.
    • A copy of TVPs CVF Map is attached above.
    • Candidates are advised to use the CARL method: Circumstance, Actions, Result, Learning
  • Last fully completed PDR:
    • Constables due to complete their probation in the next 4 months - a word doc containing a brief statement explaining that you don't yet have a PDR, your probation completion date, your name, shoulder, current role, base station, LCU and your line managers name and shoulder number.
  • Completed line managers endorsement form:
    • All applicants must complete the line manager endorsement form. The form requires a Chief Inspector or Superintendent’s signature, regardless of whether they are on the Shortlisting Panel. Please be aware that verbal endorsement will not be accepted.
    • If you are unable to obtain one or both endorsements in time for the closing date, please submit your partially complete form along with a statement in the relevant box stating that you have requested endorsement and are awaiting a response. Late endorsements should be emailed to poirecruitmentfc@thamesvalley.police.uk
      • Please note that applications without a completed endorsement form will be graded, but not progressed until the endorsements have been received.

Adjusted Duties Officers under redeployment: For officers going through the redeployment process, please find more information on the application process for ADOs please follow the link: People Directorate - Adjusted and Recuperative duties guidance.

Should you be an adjusted officer in a substantive post the normal application process applies.

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Important guidance for applicants:

If you are currently in a force critical post, there is an expectation that you will remain in that post for a minimum of two years before applying to change roles (or 18 months for custody sergeants).

Candidates may be required to pass vetting and OHU or attend assessments and courses for this role. If any of these are failed the candidate will be posted back to their previous position. Postings are determined in accordance with organisational need although consideration will be given to personal circumstances.

For any queries regarding the advert or recruitment process, please e-mail Police Officer Internal Recruitment quoting reference 14876.

Suitably endorsed and eligible applications must be completed by 10:00 on Monday 22nd June 2026.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing You.  We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

 

This opportunity is closed to applications.