Transferee only - Police Constable Surveillance Motorcyclist
Transferee only
Dedicated Surveillance Team (DST)
Police Constable Surveillance Motorcyclist
Thames Valley
Applications are invited from substantive Constables to join the TVP Dedicated Surveillance Teams as a Surveillance Motorcyclist.
This challenging, rewarding and sought after role requires applicants who can demonstrate an interest in proactive intelligence-related policing. In addition they should be willing to work in a committed and flexible way in a team environment, demonstrating transferable skills/ experience pertinent to the role of a Surveillance Officer.
The role of a Dedicated Surveillance Officer will bring Officers into direct contact with the public, there may be occasions whereby officers will need to intervene and arrest or protect people/property. Additionally the role can include occasions whereby officers are on foot for long periods of time or conversely secreted in locations whereby movement would give them away. To that end Officers interested in the role would need to be of appropriate fitness. The minimum standard for those applying would be to have passed the Force Annual Fitness Test and Officer Safety Training.
Candidates applying for this role must be SC/MV vetted, Q1 Mobile Surveillance trained and current, Q2 Surveillance Motorcyclist trained and current as well as have completed an Advanced Motorbike Course to a standard recognised by the College of Policing (A riding assessment may be required prior to an offer of appointment)
Candidates need to be willing to be part of an on call rota and will be expected on occasions to work long and unsociable hours.
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.
For any queries, please e-mail Transferees@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or telephone the recruitment line on 01865845587 quoting reference 4701
Completed online applications including your most recent full PDR, must be attached after completing your online application. Line supervisor and chief inspector / superintendent for comments and to confirm your application has been supported, on the line manager endorsement form attached. Suitably endorsed and eligible applications must be completed by Midday on Sunday 1 March 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 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.
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.