Thames Valley Police
Full time vacancy
In this exciting role, you will manage and progress the investigation of criminal offences and other incidents/enquiries working as an integral part of a mixed economy team of Police Officers and staff; complete investigative actions, prepare case papers ensuring file completeness/delivery in accordance with Court deadlines (if required), legislation and Force policy and maintain victim and witness confidence to facilitate successful outcomes.
The successful candidate will plan, co-ordinate and undertake investigations as tasked, utilising all available appropriate techniques and technologies to detect and reduce crime thereby bringing offenders to justice. They will support the wider investigative team as and when required by providing resilience, supporting fast
time investigations where appropriate, ensuring investigative actions are recorded and maintained via NICHE to ensure accuracy, scrutiny, timely completion and adherence to the Victims Code.
A good standard of education with excellent verbal, written English and good numeracy skills is essential. Knowledge of current Thames Valley Police systems would also be highly desirable. An understanding of technology and capturing digital evidence would be highly advantageous.
You will have good communication, listening and questioning skills with the ability to engage with people at all levels sensitively and discreetly, sometimes in potentially confrontational or sensitive situations. You will be expected to be flexible around start and finish times in light of operational demands. You will also need to have meticulous attention to detail and the ability to gather and record information in a logical format along with problem solving and decision-making skills.
Capability to travel across the Force is required in order to undertake assignments in a timely manner and work flexibly. Due to personal safety for lone working, public transport may not be suitable. For this reason, a full driving licence is considered essential for this role. Some of the material and evidence being reviewed is distressing in nature, so successful candidates will need to demonstrate self-awareness and understand how to monitor and manage their own wellbeing.
This role will be based in Milton Keynes.
A good level of fitness is required in order to complete officer safety training.
If you are an ‘at risk’ member of staff, please apply directly to the At Risk Recruitment Mailbox with your REI form and do not complete the online application.
If you are a TVP employee and have you been in your current post for less than 12 months, you need to seek approval from your line manager to be eligible to apply for this role.
If you have any queries, please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 22906. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 19th October 2025.
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.
