CTPSE is a specialist regional unit made up of officers and staff from the five police forces in the South East Region, and forms part of the national CT Policing network.  We work with a range of partners to help protect the public and National Security by preventing, deterring and disrupting terrorist activity. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to shape this agenda as a member of the senior leadership team in CTPSE, developing the work streams that support the Prevent, Prepare, Protect and Pursue strands of the CONTEST strategy.  You will also have the opportunity to influence and lead on aspects of network-wide work as a member of national boards.

Specifically, you will have leadership responsibility for the investigation teams, including a team of CTSIOs, plus specialist teams including digital investigations, financial investigations and forensics, as well as our CT Policing operations room and surveillance teams.  This includes having responsibility for leading the response to significant and complex terrorist incidents at South East and cross-regional level; plus providing support to CTP South West, the Counter Terrorism Intelligence Unit that we buddy with.

We welcome applications from substantive superintendents and chief inspectors suitably qualified and supported to apply for promotion. To be successful in this role you will have excellent communication skills, including negotiating with and influencing others in a collaborative context.  You will also have the ability to manage threat and risk, and be able to achieve the relevant SIO accreditation (PIP3 SIO and possibly PIP 4 accredited).

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will require a full UK driving licence.

At CTPSE and SEROCU 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.

Security is of paramount importance to us due to the nature of the role. The successful candidate will need to be a British National and, in order to attain the appropriate clearances (including Developed Vetted - DV) you will need to have resided in the UK for the past ten years.  You can find more information about security vetting here.

Hear more about the role

Detective Superintendent Oliver Wright (current Head of Investigations) is holding a recruitment session on 8th December 2021 at 10am via MS Teams.  Here you can find out more about working in CTPSE and what you can expect if you were to take on the role.

If you would like to attend, please contact RecruitmentSE@ThamesValley.pnn.police.uk quoting 18523 to request full details.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply you need to have support from your Head of Command / Department. Hampshire officers need to complete an AD277b alongside their application.

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.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the Job Reference number 18523.

To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of 23:55hrs on Sunday 19th December 2021. Interviews will take place mid-January.

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