Counter Terrorism Policing South East (CTPSE) is seeking to establish a pool of highly motivated and professional Technical Operations Planning Officers to support covert National Security and Counter Terrorism operations.
As a Technical Operations Planning Officer, you will play a vital role in delivering innovative technical and operational solutions in support of some of the most sensitive and complex investigations. You will be responsible for developing and coordinating technical operational plans, identifying creative solutions to investigative challenges, and overseeing the deployment of specialist techniques and capabilities.
Working within Covert Operations, you will collaborate closely with operational teams and partners to ensure technical activity is planned and delivered safely, effectively and in line with operational objectives. This role demands exceptional attention to detail, sound decision-making and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, highly sensitive environment.
We are looking for proactive, resilient and operationally focused individuals who can balance investigative priorities, operational risk and legal compliance while supporting critical Counter Terrorism and National Security investigations. You will be comfortable working in challenging conditions, including at height, within confined spaces and in time-critical situations, whilst maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and operational security.
To be successful in this role, you will be highly motivated, adaptable and thrive in demanding environments. You will have strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to assess risk, make informed decisions and maintain operational effectiveness in dynamic and often complex circumstances.
As a trusted professional, you will demonstrate discretion, personal responsibility and sound judgement at all times. Working alongside colleagues and partner agencies at both regional and national levels, you will contribute to the successful delivery of covert operational activity that helps protect the public and safeguard national security.
You will be also required to perform on-call arrangements for immediate response as required across the South East region.
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 DV together with a number of enhanced security checks. In order to achieve this, you must be a British National and have resided in the UK for the past ten years. Exemptions may apply for overseas or other diplomatic service (with HM Government), and studying abroad. Please be aware that if successful there are limitations on travelling to a small number of countries once in post
You can find more information about security vetting here.
Please note that this is a PC-designated position. If you are currently employed as a DC and choose to apply, any additional payments associated with your DC role will be discontinued upon appointment
How to Apply
To apply, click on the “Apply” button below and submit your application before the closing date of Sunday 28 November 2026 at 23:55hrs.
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.
We welcome applications from those interested in part time and flexible working, and encourage applications from our under represented communities.
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 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’.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact RecruitmentSE@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the Job Reference number 15409.
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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