Job Description

PIP1 Investigator

Location: Aylesbury HQ - Thames Valley Police

Contract Type: 3 month minimum contract

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Pay Rate: £20.91 PAYE per hour / £27.61 Umbrella per hour

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for experienced PIP Investigators to support Serious and Complex Crime investigations within Thames Valley Police.

This is an operational investigative role suited to candidates with a strong policing or major investigations background who are confident managing serious crime enquiries, progressing investigations independently, and producing high-quality prosecution files.

The successful candidate will work as part of a mixed economy investigative team alongside Detectives, Police Officers and Police Staff Investigators, managing complex investigations from initial allocation through to court outcome.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and progress serious and complex criminal investigations as Officer in Charge (OIC)

Conduct suspect and witness interviews, including achieving best evidence where appropriate

Gather, review and manage evidential material including digital evidence, CCTV and mobile device data

Prepare evidentially sound prosecution files for CPS and Crown Court submission

Maintain accurate investigative records using NICHE and ensure compliance with the Victims Code

Conduct safeguarding assessments and work closely with partner agencies including MASH

Attend court to provide evidence and support victims and witnesses throughout the judicial process

Ensure compliance with CPIA disclosure obligations and force policy requirements

Support fast-time investigations and provide resilience across investigative teams when required

Essential skills and experience:

PIP1 Accredited Investigator

Previous police investigative background essential

Full UK driving licence essential

Experience managing criminal investigations and progressing case files

Strong understanding of safeguarding, victim care and disclosure responsibilities

Experience preparing CPS files and dealing with Crown Court matters

Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills

Ability to manage multiple investigations within a fast-paced operational environment

Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends where required

Apply Now Service Care Solutions is proud to assist in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.

Harry Greenhalgh

Recruitment Lead – Defence

Service Care Solutions

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