An exciting opportunity has arisen to work for the CT Policing National Operations Centre within Counter Terrorism Policing Unit in the South East (CTP SE), as a Lead for CT Border Policing Services.

Working for Counter Terrorism Policing is a job like no other and you will be working with teams locally, regionally and nationally tackling the most serious crimes. Despite the scale of the geography there is a real one-team ethos and plenty of opportunity for development within the unit.

The aim of this role is to lead and motivate staff across the CT Border Policing network comprising of two units in the SE and at times cover for the remaining units located centrally and in the North West. You will provide and maintain an efficient and effective service across the CT Border Policing network.

You should have substantial experience of leading a unit or department, strategic and operational experience of managing change, including recruitment and inclusive staff association engagement.

The ability to make assessments and time critical decisions providing the necessary rationale, and the ability to demonstrate a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail is essential for this post. This role is part of a national, regional and local network and as a result you will be required to travel for business purposes. You should be willing to travel within or outside of the UK as necessary possessing a current passport. The possession of a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business purposes is also essential.

You will be asked to demonstrate flexibility regarding working hours in line with operational demand and occasionally this may require working away from home.

CTP SE is committed to becoming the most diverse team in the South East. We encourage interest and applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from female and BAME (black, Asian and minority ethic) candidates to enable us to truly reflect the communities we serve.

Due to the role requirements, it is essential that the post holder be prepared and able to obtain and retain security clearance to SC Enhanced level.

Furthermore, due to the nature and sensitivity of work carried out we require that candidates not only hold this vetting level but that they also undertake further security clearances which includes additional nationality checks. This post is therefore restricted to UK nationals. This is line with government requirements, supported by Cabinet Office policy and Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), and is for the purpose of safeguarding national security, to ensure that any potential vulnerabilities are identified at an early stage.

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) 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’.

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). 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) and the Police Officer Promotion Reference Form.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date of 23:55hrs on Sunday 26 May 2019.

For further information please email RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk or telephone 01865 555839 quoting the Job Reference 15752.