For the purposes of safeguarding national security, applicants who do not hold or acquire appropriate security clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. This post is therefore restricted to UK nationals. As such, in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.

Applications are invited from substantive Detective Constables for the post of DC Technical Operations Planning Officer within Counter Terrorism Policing South East

As a Technical Operations Planner you will provide technical solutions and assist with deployments in support of covert National Security Operations.

The successful applicant will work with technical officers to conduct feasibility studies and devise best solution to operational difficulties, thereby supporting the SIOs investigative strategy. You will also provide management, leadership and coordination to technical deployments, ensuring best practice and oversight

Applicants must provide evidence of having proven experience in Counter Terrorism or other relevant experience and understanding of covert operations.

Applicants will regularly deal with external organisations and must be able to demonstrate excellent problem solving skills and high levels of communication and presentational skills. Evidence of attention to detail and high quality of written work is essential.

Applicants must be able to evidence a high level of discretion, integrity and the ability to work in the National Security arena.

This role is part of a national, regional and local network and as a result you will be required to travel for business purposes. This may include travel across the UK and is not limited to the south east. You will be asked to demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours in line with operational demand and occasionally this may require working away from home. You must be prepared to undergo developed vetting.

Candidates must be prepared to go through Developed Vetting before being fully appointed in the role. For further information please email RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or telephone 01865 555839 quoting 14282.

Thames Valley Police Officers must upload or submit the Recommendation for Appointment Form (enclosed with this job advert), to confirm your application has been endorsed.

Applications should include your most recent PDR covering your last years’ performance. Applications must be submitted by the closing date of 03/04/2018.  

CTP SE serves diverse communities. To enable us to truly reflect the communities we serve, we are keen to recruit people from Black, Asian and other minority backgrounds as well as a good mix of genders. You will need a wide range of skills and experiences which will enhance the services we deliver to the public including an understanding of cultural issues. If this is you, we want you to apply to join us.