Vacancy Information

Division/Department - Local Policing Support Team
Status - Full Time or Happy to Talk Flexible Working
Contract Type - Permanent
Rank - Police Constable
Location - Sussex Police Headquarters, Lewes

 

Chief Constables' Message

We 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 and Key Responsibilities

Are you ready for a change? Perhaps you are looking to kick start your investigative career, or are an experienced investigator looking for a new challenge?

A brilliant opportunity has arisen to join the innovative new Initial Investigation Team (IIT) based out of HQ, Lewes. The new team has been formed under the Local Policing Service Improvement & Engagement Department, and will use modern technology to engage and support victims of crime in the initial report stage via remote applications. The focus of the team is to ensure, as a force, we deliver on our priorities of protecting communities and victims, catching criminals and delivering an outstanding service.

As an IIT investigator, you will service daily virtual appointments with victims within 48 hours of their initial contact. You will be vital in identifying lines of enquiry, capturing evidence, providing safeguarding and preparing the investigation for hand over to the appropriate secondary team in a timely manner.

We shall service this demand through a series of regular, fixed diary appointments, ensuring that the days are structured, appropriate breaks are given and that you are given time away from the diary to finalise any initial investigations if necessary. However, the aim will be to service today’s demand, today. The expectation is that the majority of investigations will be dealt with the same day, and in any case no longer than your set.

You will work within a large team working on a 6-on-3-off, early and late shift pattern. You will be provided with the technology to fulfil your role and you will be supported by dedicated supervision across the three different sections. Although based out of HQ, the team will offer agile working, with a 60/40 split between HQ and agile working, respectively.

The team is looking to launch post summer and thus we would like to gather your expressions of interest ahead of the go-live date.

Successful applicants will be encouraged and supported to maintain any secondary skills they hold (PSU etc).

If you would like to become part of the team, please submit an application detailing your skills and experience on why you would be suited to this role, based on the responsibilities and skills & experience below.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and service initial reports of crimes which are assessed as Category D ‘non-emergency' crime demand.
• Be victim focused, assessing threat, harm, risk, and vulnerability of victims.
• Efficiently investigate recorded crimes by gathering initial evidence with victims, and identifying further enquiries and supportive evidence.
• Make early assessments as to whether a crime is solvable based on reasonable lines of enquiry, including victim support / proportionality.
• Communicate with the public effectively throughout the entire process, manage expectations and adhere to the Victim Code.
• Manage a workload, complete initial investigations, initial investigation action plans, capture and log information and intelligence appropriately using Force systems.
• Identify children and other vulnerable persons who may be at risk and ensure that these risks are recorded and assessed and, where appropriate, escalated for further investigation and deployment of mitigation measures.
• Comply with National Crime Recording Standards and Crime Data Integrity requirements, especially where new crimes are disclosed during victim engagement.
• Make referrals to partners and support agencies, where appropriate.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work as may be reasonably required.

Skills & Experience

• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise and manage a workload.
• The ability to act autonomously in the workplace without direction from supervisors.
• Be able to communicate difficult messages to the public effectively and sensitively.
• Hold a Professionalising Investigation Programme (PIP) accreditation (Level 1), or have the willingness to undertake and pass the qualification.
• Knowledge of Police Systems and use of NICHE and STORM. The writing of good quality evidential statements and gathering initial evidence packages
• Confidence to make decisions and communicate difficult messages.
• Proven ability in problem solving and working under time limits/to deadlines.
• Ability to influence others and negotiate successful outcomes. Be able to pass work on to colleagues and sometimes more senior officers/staff members through engagement.
• IT literate with the ability to pick up systems quickly. The role involves the use of a number of systems including STORM, Niche and Microsoft Office and other remote engagement technology (training to be provided).
• Emotional resilience in dealing with investigations involving vulnerable people (both children and adults).
• Ability to be open to changing ideas, perceptions, and ways of working. Adapt to change and be flexible as the need arises while encouraging others to do the same. Identifying and dealing with competing priorities in the workplace.
• To undertake all such other duties to the grade and character of work as may be required, including the specific duties of similar posts sensitively.

Further Information

To discuss the role further please contact;

DI CH387 Mitchell Humby; Op.unify@sussex.police.uk

To apply for this role, please submit a written rationale regarding your suitability.

Diversity Statement

We are only as good as our people.  It's 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 the 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 Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.

We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.

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.

Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police

Additional Information

Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly.  You may wish to consider adding noreply@surreysussexpolice.as.recruitmail.com to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.

Attachments

• A - T&R Eligibility, Recruitment Process & FAQs V4.pdf