Thames Valley Police
An exciting opportunity to work within the rewarding and challenging world of Child Abuse Investigations as a PIP 2 Investigator.
In this role you will work as an integral part of a mixed team of police officers and staff. The role is varied, challenging and rewarding. The post holder will be responsible for the management, progression and investigation of serious and complex criminal offences and other incidents and enquiries. The role includes completing investigative actions and maintaining victim and witness confidence to facilitate successful outcomes. It also includes the preparation of case papers ensuring file completeness and delivery in accordance with court deadlines, legislation and force policy.
It is essential that you have effective communication skills with the ability to communicate with a wide audience along with proven analytical and decision-making skills. You will also be self- motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision.
Capability to travel across the Force is required in order to undertake assignments in a timely manner and work flexibly. Due to unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working public transport may not be suitable. For this reason a full driving licence is considered essential for this role.
The shift pattern is attached.
Candidates with the PIP 2 accreditation will be prioritised for this role.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced vetting and psychological screening due to the nature of the role.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 23148. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 18th January 2026.
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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.
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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.
