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 sought from substantive Detective Inspectors to work with the South East Regional Prison Intelligence Team (SERPIT), working in partnership to identify and disrupt extremism and serious and organised crime within the South East Prison Estate.

The South East Regional Prison Intelligence Team is responsible for gathering and developing intelligence from the Prison Service and other associated establishments relating to national security issues and serious organised crime.

As Intelligence Manager they will manage the intelligence flow and ensure high quality products are provided to the region.

The successful candidate will be one of two DI’s managing SERPIT which is based near Gatwick. This will involve working with partners to maintain and develop existing relationships to ensure compliance with the team’s strategy and objectives. They will oversee the management of threat and risk within the prison estate in accordance with NSIM and other intelligence handling models.

The successful candidate will have excellent management skills with an ability to manage staff working across the region and experience of intelligence systems and procedures together with associated legislation. They will have previous exposure to covert operational tactics and experience in risk assessment and management.

The role may require travel for business purposes on occasions, being willing to be on an on call rota and demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours. You must be prepared to be security cleared to an enhanced level.

For further information please email RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk ; telephone 01865 555839 quoting 13795 or contact DCI Tim Nunn on 07771 811104.

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.

Non Thames Valley Police Officers with the SE Regional forces - Subject to the agreement of your force, this post is available in accordance with the terms of the Collaboration Agreement.

Applications should include your most recent PDR covering your last years’ performance. Applications must be submitted by the closing date of 08th November 2017.

SECTU and SEROCU 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.