Thames Valley Police
Do you want to assist Thames Valley Police and provide independent scrutiny of use of policing powers and encounters by TVP officers in order to facilitate continuous learning, improvement of police services and identification of good practice?
We are looking to appoint Community Scrutiny Panel Members (CSP) to support our new Local Command Units across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Milton Keynes. The CSP will objectively and independently review matters of disproportionality, looking at areas such as use of force, stop and search, hate crime, Policing operations, critical and/or Major Incidents and workforce recruitment and retention in the context of legislation, guidance, policy and procedure.
We are seeking people from all walks of life who may be established scrutineers, people with experience of policing and/or disproportionality; community leaders/advocates, subject matter experts (defence solicitors/appropriate adults/health care professionals) or anyone who is passionate about making a positive difference to policing in Thames Valley Police.
Whatever your background or expertise, you will share our values to work impartially and with integrity contributing a wide range of experience which is of value to the Group and be well-informed, interested and engaged in the issues facing our local communities.
We are looking for people who may have experience of effectively challenging and questioning information to make balanced, reasonable and proportionate judgements to improve the delivery of policing for our communities. Regardless of experience, Panel Members will be supported to ensure their voice is empowered and is heard.
Applicants must be over the age of 16, live, work or study in the Thames Valley area and be able to commit time to attend quarterly full panel meetings and more regular sub-group meetings, contribute to discussions and undertake training.
If you have any queries please contact Louise.Warbrick@thamesvalley.police.uk
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is 31 May 2025.
Please note this vacancy may be removed earlier once sufficient candidates have been sourced.
If you have any concerns or queries regarding your application please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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.
