Police Staff Investigator - FTC
Cheshire Constabulary is an innovative, ambitious and progressive force and we are seeking experienced high calibre Police Staff Investigators to join our force and specifically to work on our large scale multiple infant murder and attempted murder investigation. This investigation is one of significant national prominence and one that will provide both professional and personal challenge and reward. The investigation and successful officers will be aligned to our Major Investigation Team that is based in Chester.
You will be working on a sensitive and challenging investigation across the force area and beyond, investigating the murder and attempted murder of infants.
Successful candidates will be recruited directly into the investigation on a fixed term contract for up to two years, dependent on requirements of the investigation.
We are specifically looking for PIP2 accredited staff investigators who ideally have HOLMES and disclosure experience (experience will be considered in absence of accreditation) and have undertaken family liaison training, or are willing to undertake it.
You will be required to work primarily on a Monday to Friday daytime shift pattern and from the Investigatory base at Chester, however flexible working options are also available. Flexibility to work from other Cheshire locations if deemed an investigatory necessity would also be sought. Please note that this post is subject to an enhanced level of vetting.
To apply, please supply 500 words evidencing relevant experience in the following areas:
Significant experience in managing investigations and carrying out interviews
Significant experience of the judicial systems essential (work within a police, solicitors or criminal courts environment
Ability to effectively sift and evaluate information assessing relevance and potential use within criminal proceedings.
High level of written and verbal communication skills with the ability to represent the Force in the public domain when dealing with victims, witnesses and suspects
Ability to work with limited supervision and manage time effectively to prioritise tasks
Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2027