CCTV and ANPR Analyst
Post Title: CCTV & ANPR Analyst
Contract type: Permanent
Rank/grade: D
This role is open to all Police Staff / external candidates who meet the essential criteria of the person spec, regardless of current grade.
Salary: Starting Salary £36,040 plus £6,710 London Weighting, totalling £42,750 per annum
Directorate/department: The Spatial & Visual Analytics Team (IMS)
Vetting level required: MV/SC
Location: Bishopsgate Police Station, London
Who are we?
As City of London Police, we protect the people, businesses and infrastructure of the City of London, one of the most important and dynamic environments in the UK and globally. London City is the smallest borough in London, so does that make our job any less challenging? Absolutely not – because there’s so much going on.
City of London Police play a vital role in keeping the City of London diverse community safe. As a Police Staff member, you will be helping to making the city safer and deliver a valued service for those that live, work and visit the City.
The City of London Police is keen to promote flexible working and will, subject to operational policing requirements, proactively consider all applications to work flexibly.
The City of London Police is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
About the Team
The Spatial & Visual Analytics Team (IMS) has a strong, integrated information management vision in which data analytics plays a big part. The department is focused on supporting the various information needs of the Force and provides services to support public access to information, information security and assurance as well as records and data quality functions.
In addition, the department fosters a culture of specialism and support for front line policing systems, including national, regional and local systems. The unique nature of the Force and its diverse responsibilities make it a great place to work and a place to develop with likeminded people working together to keep our community safe from harm.
About the role
In this role, the primary responsibility is to provide direct support to the City of London Police (CoLP) CCTV and Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) operational environments, ensuring that these systems remain effective and fit for purpose. A crucial part of this task is to guarantee that the CCTV and ANPR systems are being utilised efficiently, with strict adherence to compliance responsibilities. This involves assisting operators in the use and development of CCTV and ANPR assets, helping them to maximise the capabilities of these systems.
Additionally, the role supports national policing efforts and ensures statutory and regulatory compliance through participation in relevant audits. Providing end-user support for CCTV and ANPR systems is also a key aspect of the job, ensuring that users can operate these systems effectively. Collaboration with the ANPR and CCTV manager is essential in this role, particularly in efforts to maximise the potential of these systems.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will be:
- Complete daily checks of the CCTV/ANPR systems, recording quality and camera image quality along with camera control checks.
- Assist and make recommendations with the accredited CCTV team in evidential compilation requirements in accordance with the requirements of the Forensic Science Regulator.
- Undertake procurement functions as required, including the raising of purchase orders and the receipting of goods and services, challenging invoices, obtaining credit notes / corrections.
- Actively seek to implement the City of London’s and City of London Police Occupational Health and Safety Policy in relation to the duties of the post, and always give due regard to the health and safety of both them and others when carrying out their duties.
- Report any CCTV/ANPR issues in a timely manner to the relevant contractor, including the in-house DITs team, escalating issues or concerns regarding performance or maintenance, and updating internal records.
Requirements
For this role, we need you to have experience of:
- Advanced Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to skilfully navigate and utilize various applications and software packages essential for CCTV analysis. This includes a solid understanding of operating systems, video analysis software, and network management tools.
- Professional Qualifications: Possession of relevant professional certifications, such as a BTEC or Level 2 Front Line CCTV Surveillance qualification. Educational Foundations. Educational Foundations: A strong base in Mathematics and English, evidenced by attainment of GCSE/O Level qualifications or their equivalent, providing the critical and analytical foundation necessary for effective communication and problem-solving.
- CCTV Control Room Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in operating within a CCTV control room environment, with a proven track record of managing comprehensive CCTV service provisions. Exhibits exceptional attention to detail in surveillance monitoring, ensuring the consistent identification and reporting of incidents. Experienced in updating and maintaining accurate logs and records of all footage, enabling precise data extraction, analysis, and historical review. Adept at coordinating with external agencies, such as law enforcement, to provide essential surveillance data during investigations.
- Proactive Problem-Solving: Actively gathers and analyses information for effective problem-solving and decision-making. Collaborates with colleagues when needed, ensuring a comprehensive approach to challenges.
- Crisis Management Capability: Extensive experience in autonomously handling a wide range of high-pressure situations, including managing incidents involving violence, distressed individuals, or potential threats. Demonstrates resilience, strong decision-making, and effective communication under pressure, ensuring the safety and security of all stakeholders. Skilled in documenting incidents accurately for future reference and potential legal use. Proven ability to develop and implement crisis response protocols, leading to improved response times and outcomes in emergency situations.
This vacancy is open only to those who have the right to work in the UK.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact joseph.smith@cityoflondon.police.uk
Selection Process
As part of the initial application process, you will be asked to evidence how your experience, skills, and knowledge demonstrate your ability to meet the person specification of the role.
The application and interview will be tested under Level 2 of the College of Policing Competency and Values Framework.
Applicants who fail to address the skills/knowledge/experience of the job description will not be considered.
The closing date for applications is 12/02/2025 23:59
Following shortlisting, successful candidates will be invited to attend a competency-based interview, to be held week commencing the 3rd March 2025.
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Benefits:
A diverse workforce improves the service we provide to our public by making us more approachable and relevant within our communities. This is why it’s vitally important that we recruit people from a wide range of communities and backgrounds with an understanding of cultural issues and a wide range of skills. We therefore particularly encourage female and people from Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic communities to join us.
The way we work is changing. With a few exceptions most roles will be able to accommodate part time, job share and flexible working patterns. We can also offer hybrid working patterns of home and office based shift patterns. Feel free to speak to us about any flexible working requirements.
The Force has a number of Staff Support Networks that can offer you support and advice. Applicants are very welcome to contact the networks directly if they need any support or ask any question before they apply. For further information on the networks and their contact details please visit: