Detective Constable - Online CSAE and Crime Operations (SEROCU)

Online CSAE and Crime Operations work closely with SEROCU Covert Operations (COU) to deploy under cover (UC) operatives against online paedophile and criminal activity.

You will work with COU to infiltrate this activity, develop intelligence around individuals and groups to identify them and their risk. You will then own the overt prosecution of identified individuals in both the CSAE and Crime arena through to successful prosecution.

This role involves partnership working internally, nationally and internationally with amongst others CPS, OCAITs and other agencies to develop and disseminate intelligence and prosecute evidential packages.

We are looking for people with a solid investigative background, ideally with some knowledge of CSAE investigations, safeguarding and pro-active covert techniques or somebody willing and able to learn these skills as part of a dedicated team in a unique and very rewarding area of work.

In order to really make a difference and keep our children safe in our brilliant team of dedicated professionals you will be subject to CSAM. Please do not let this put you off applying as this is carefully managed by internal welfare strategies.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified Detective Constables.

Please note that this role is part of a national, regional and local network and as a result you will be required to travel for business purposes mainly across the south east region and occasionally throughout the UK. Therefore, the successful candidate will require a full UK driving licence.

This role is based in Reading but remote and agile working are supported on a case by case basis depending on operational requirements.

Due to the nature of our work, security is of paramount importance to us and therefore it will be necessary for the successful candidate to obtain and maintain vetting level SC. In order to achieve this, you must have resided in the UK for the past five years. Exemptions may apply for overseas or other diplomatic service (with HM Government), and studying abroad.  

You can find more information about security vetting here.

How to Apply

To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of Sunday 5th January 2025 at 23:55hrs.

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. This form is not available on the force’s standard forms library. It can be found on the HR Portal. Please contact WFPlanning@hampshire.police.uk if you have any queries relating to this.

Kent Officers will need to inform Kent 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 Kent 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 Kent 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.

Officers from other forces are welcome to apply. You may wish to consult with your HR team regarding completion of additional forms.

Please 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. Please also upload the Recommendation for Appointment Form (enclosed with the Job Advert) in the ‘Line Managers Approval Form’.

The leadership within CTPSE and SEROCU are actively committed to embedding and sustaining an inclusive culture that recognises and champions the diversity of our people, and promotes equity and equality so that everyone can succeed at work. The region is delivering this commitment through a long term strategy that takes a holistic and intersectional approach to wellbeing & inclusion. Our strategy is underpinned by the five strategic objectives; 

 Inclusive Culture – We will create, embed, and continually develop an inclusive culture for our people. 

Engaged & Involved – We will ensure our people are engaged, involved, and listened to. 

Wellbeing – We will prioritise the wellbeing of our people. 

Representation – We will attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce. 

Inclusive by Design – We will ensure that inclusion is a core principle of our policies, products, and decisions. 

 Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and great opportunities to further develop your own capabilities. 

If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the Job Reference number 0000. If you have applied for this role in the last six months, we respectfully ask that you do not reapply at this current time. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if we receive a high volume of applications. Should you wish to apply for this post, we advise you to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible. 

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