Detective Inspector - Investigations (CTPSE) - (Substantive/On Promotion Opportunity)

Investigations, Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE)
Near M4 Junction 12
Detective Inspector
N/A
Full Time
Permanent

Our Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE) Investigations team leads terrorism investigations across the South East region, as well as a number of the high risk or complex terrorism investigations in the South West.  Our investigations often involve national and international elements. 

We welcome applications from substantive Inspectors and substantive Sergeants qualified for promotion for the role of Detective Inspector - Investigations.

The role holder will efficiently and effectively undertake the role of Senior and Deputy Senior Investigating Officer / Team Leader and investigate serious crime, terrorist or other such critical incidents as directed. The role holder will be responsible for supervising a team of Police Officers and Staff.

The successful candidate will have a good understanding of crime scene interpretation and potential forensic opportunities. They will be skilled in working alongside strategic partners to manage and mitigate risk.

Whilst this post is open to applicants on promotion, candidates will still need to evidence their experience of detective supervision and have completed some supervisory investigative training. 

Security is of paramount importance to us due to the nature of the role. You need to be a British National and resided in the UK for the past five years for Security Clearance (SC) and ten years for Developed Vetting (DV)  You will be required to successfully pass and maintain the relevant security clearance in order to perform the role.

You can find more information about security vetting here

To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of 23:59hrs on Sunday 04 July 2021.

Substantive Officers and those Officers applying for Promotion. If you wish to apply you need to have support from Head of Command / Department. Hampshire officers need to complete an AD277 alongside their application via Hampshire HR.

Kent Officers will need to inform HR Resource Planning at the earliest opportunity of intention to apply.   Every Officer application form must be signed by the Chief Supt or police staff equivalent and sent to HR Resource Planning no later than 5 working days prior to closing date unless exceptional circumstances apply. This is required so that Chief Officer approval can be obtained for the application to progress, which will be managed by HR Resource Planning.  These steps must be completed prior to submission application.  If your application for an opportunity is not approved prior to submission to the recruiting organisation you may not be supported for release to the role, should you be successful.

Substantive officers will be shortlisted against the Essential Criteria and should submit an online application form.  You will be required to upload your latest PDR (or if no PDR, a recent copy of your CPD record/Focus Feedback meeting) and a copy of your Training Record. You will be also required to upload the Recommendation for Appointment Form (enclosed with the Job Advert) in the ‘Line Managers Approval Form’. Thames Valley Police (TVP) officers who have already passed the TVP Promotion, can apply as a substantive (above application requirements). 

In addition to this information, officers applying on promotion should also submit a ‘Why Me, Why Now’ letter which outlines your motivation and suitability for the role at this time. Your evidence should also demonstrate the relevant behaviours, skills, knowledge and experience in relation to your capability at this rank in accordance with the core competencies (CVF) Step up Criteria. The letter must be no more than two (2) sides of A4. The margins must not be modified from 2.54cm. All evidence outside the margins should be removed. You will also be required to upload your latest PDR (or if no PDR, a recent CPD record//Focus Feedback meeting) and the Police Officer Promotion Reference Form.

At CTPSE, we are committed to reflecting the communities we serve.  We encourage applications from our under represented communities including all ethnic or religious backgrounds, LGBTQ+, women and those with disabilities.

Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and great opportunities to further develop your own capabilities.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting the Job Reference 17998

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This opportunity is closed to applications.