Thames Valley Police (TVP) have the vision to be an excellent police service, trusted by all their communities. To achieve this vision and deliver their strategic aims and objectives, they are seeking highly motivated, skilled investigation support officers to join them in Oxford.

Band 2E, circa £27,449 + contributory pension scheme with 13.5% shift allowance as appropriateA variety of shifts covering the unit operating hours of 0700-2100 (2000hrs on Sunday) Options for office-based hours are available – these do not attract a shift allowanceStrict police vetting will be conductedUnit – Assessment and Investigation Unit (AIU)Must have capability to travel to different locations across the Force and undertake all assignments in a timely manner. Due to the requirement to work flexibly, unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working; public transport may not be available or suitable at these times. For this reason a full UK driving licence is essential

Role Purpose

You will provide an effective and efficient support function within a mixed economy team of Police Officers and staff, including administrative tasks, evidence collection and recording tasks on Niche RMS.

Accountability

Undertake evidence collection accurately and efficiently within an investigatory process, to support a mixed economy team of Police Officers and staffRecord witness accounts in the form of a statement which meets the required evidential and quality standards to comply with CPS guidelinesUndertake tasks as directed by an OIC or supervisor in line with level of training and designation which includes house to house enquiries, the scoping, seizing and viewing of media footage and exhibit handlingReview material in accordance with the Criminal Procedure Investigation Act (CPIA) to identify further lines of enquiry or relevant material where directed by the OIC or the Disclosure OfficerView CCTV and/or other media footage as circumstances dictate, which will include copying relevant footage, obtaining evidence from mobile phones and identifying further investigative opportunitiesAttend court to give specific evidence when required, including evidence of exhibits seizure / handling, statement taking and to support the investigation/prosecution teamAssist OICs and supervisors to work with partner and support agencies in response to victim updates, information sharing, risk assessments and collation of evidence

Skills Required To Be Successful.

Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; confident at intermediate level with an aptitude/willingness to learn new systems/technology and TVP SystemsGood standard of education with GCSEs (Grade 9-1/A-C) or Key Skills level 2 or equivalent in EnglishGood interpersonal and communication skillsProven ability to organise, plan, manage and prioritise workloads

For full details on what a career at

TVP

can offer you, please following this link: Supporting You – TVP Careers

Thames Valley Police (TVP)

encourages applications from their underrepresented communities including all ethnic or religious backgrounds, LGBTQ+, women and those with disabilities.

TVP

are passionate about their people and offer a wide range of employee benefits where you’ll get access to shopping discounts, cut price tickets and travel services, to name a few. You will enjoy 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme.

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk

quoting reference 22803. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.

Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is

Sunday 14th September 2025.

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