Communications Support Assistant (Fixed Term)

Corporate Communications
Kidlington
TVP Broad Band 2E
Band 2E, circa £21,101 per annum. Progression based on performance, plus benefits
Full Time
Fixed Term

Fixed Term until 30 June 2020

Looking for a career in communications? 

Thames Valley Police is responsible for one of the most diverse policing areas in the country and a communications career with us guarantees a diversity of experience that few organisations can offer. 

An exciting opportunity has now arisen to join the force’s Corporate Communications department as a Communications Support Assistant on a fixed term contract until the end of June 2020.  

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work across a range of communications disciplines including media relations, internal communications, crisis communications and digital media, developing a broad knowledge base and skillset to really kick start your career.  

Through your work, you will play a direct role in ensuring that we effectively listen, engage and respond to the needs of the communities we serve, working with colleagues to make the most of our communications channels and helping to identify new ways of reaching audiences. 

This is a job for an enthusiastic, proactive and ambitious individual. 

You will work in a fast-paced environment that is reactive to the policing news and incidents of the day so should enjoy working as part of a team, proactively contributing support and demonstrating flexibility where required. 

From early on, you will also be expected to work with officers and staff at all levels of the organisation and to liaise with our many partners, so strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence are important. 

Rarely a day goes by without policing being in the news. Issues regarding crime and safety are of significant interest to the public and media alike. If you are someone who wants to help make the headlines whilst caring about making a difference, this could be the job for you. 

Read the job description for more information. 

If you are a permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. Important: All secondments are assumed supported and that your line manager and Head of Department/Commander or Deputy are aware of your intention to apply. If the secondment is not supported then a strong business rationale must be sent to recruitmentpolicestaff@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting the reference number for the role. 

Please note: Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from the previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role for the duration of the secondment. 

If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting reference 15950. 

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 21st July 2020.

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 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 YouWe 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. 

Valuing Difference.  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.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

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.