LEVEL 2 PROFESSIONALISING INVESTIGATIONS PROGRAMME (PIP 2) TRAINER
Chief Constables' MessageWe really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role & Key Responsibilities
From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference.
It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe.
The role
This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, based at Lewes HQ. It will also be a requirement within the role to work at other locations within Sussex and Surrey Police.
To research, prepare, develop, and maintain a programme of initial and refresher training for Detective Constable, Student Officers, Investigative Officers, Special Constabulary, and any other employees. Supervise and develop students in the classroom setting alongside blended learning and virtual delivery.
To ensure a safe working environment for students and staff and that training activities have been risk assessed and are regularly reviewed.
To support and manage learning and assessment activities to ensure progress of students through each programme and liaise with university partners and other key stake holders to support students in achieving their academic goals.
To hold tutorials with students to discuss their individual progress and where necessary provide support and guidance. To complete associated administrative/clerical duties in line with the learning programmes they are teaching on.
To prepare and deliver interview training. The ability to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the concept of diversity, with the ability to embed this knowledge throughout all learning and development programmes. Well-developed written communication skills and the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate records and reports.
You must be highly motivated with the ability to work on own initiative under minimal supervision, being flexible with other partners who are linked to the learner’s progress. E.g., Universities, External Assessors.
Is fully conversant with Microsoft Office products, with accurate keyboard skills and willing to embrace new technologies to improve delivery of training to employees of Sussex & Surrey Police.
Key responsibilities
To design, deliver and update courses for PIP2 level officers and staff, new recruits and staff employed by Sussex & Surrey Police as required.
Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and procedures. Assist other members of the Learning and Professional Development team as required.
The Applicant will ideally have proven and well-evidenced recent experience of designing and delivering a diverse range of learning activities with evaluated outcomes.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills together with the ability to facilitate the development of others and to influence and empower students so that they can make any required adjustments to their behaviour.
It is important that the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate how they have been able to coach and develop people through learning new skills or knowledge.
Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to facilitate workshops for individuals & teams.
Skills and experience
The Applicant must have a PIP level 2 qualification.
The Applicant will need to have a minimum Level 3 training qualification for external candidates and for internal Sussex Police employee's will be willing to work towards and achieve this requirement within the first 12 months of appointment.
It is desirable to have access to transport.
Why Work With Us?
Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. We are open to conversations about job shares and part time working. We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public. This may include flexi-time and home working.
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
career progression
contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
generous annual leave allowance
discounts for everyday spend
on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
generous and supportive parental leave
financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It's really important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach and skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Disability Confident, a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Further Information
DS Kelley Gray DG452, kelley.gray@sussex.police.uk