Surveillance Motorcyclist - Force Surveillance Team - Police Constable (Existing Q2 qualified officers only)
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Job Description
The Avon & Somerset Surveillance Team are looking for a Motorcyclist keento progress their careers within our investigations directorate (CID). This is a permanent, full-time role available to PC/DC. This role is currently eligible for a TVP (Targeted variable payment) of £2000 per annum. Please see below for details.
Job Description
The Avon & Somerset Surveillance Team are looking for a Motorcyclist keento progress their careers within our investigations directorate (CID). This is a permanent, full-time role available to PC/DC. This role is currently eligible for a TVP (Targeted variable payment) of £2000 per annum. Please see below for details.
Avon and Somerset Police is one of the largest forces in the UK, with a reputation of being a pioneering and innovative organisation. In this role you will work in collaboration with senior stakeholders and national and regional colleagues to share best practice and ensure continuous improvement across the organisation.
This is a key assurance and compliance role reporting on the efficiency and effectiveness of systems, processes and procedures across the organisation relating to digital and physical security.
The main responsibilities of this role include: -
* To undertake, engage and be accountable for key decision making in relation to deployment as a Surveillance motorcyclist.
* To perform dynamic risk assessments as the surveillance motorcyclist, whilst balancing the overarching aims of the deployment taking into consideration personal and public safety.
* To conduct foot and vehicle surveillance as part of the surveillance team across the region whist obtaining evidence and intelligence in respect of allocated target packages, ensuring these are obtained in accordance with relevant policy and legal requirement.
* To obtain and execute search warrants under Section 8 and/or search premises as designated by Section 18 (1) and 18 (2) and seize evidence under the provisions of section 19 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
* To develop proactive strategies and tactics leading to the arrest, conviction and or disruption of target criminals.
* To form effective working relationships with Intelligence and Investigation officers to develop intelligence and research to reduce criminal activity.
* To operate photographic and other technical equipment ensuring that all procedures are followed to ensure evidential integrity.
* To assist in the preparation and presentation of prosecution case files and relevant documentation giving consideration to evidential and disclosure issues, including attending court and giving evidence.
What We Can Offer You
We aim to provide an environment which encourages our employees, we invest in our people and we strive to provide opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and thrive.
We have an excessive list of benefits to ensure all our people can enjoy a great work-life balance, these include a generous pension scheme, discounts on retail and dining out, special rates for holidays and theme parks to name just a few.
There are many reasons why you may be considering a career change, this opportunity will allow you to use your wealth of skills and experience but with a real sense of purpose. Doing good, feels good, if you'd like to make a difference then Avon and Somerset Police could be the ideal place for your next career.
* Continuous professional development – we encourage and support career growth, giving you the opportunity of a flourishing career.
* Well-being support – we have many support mechanisms in place to assist in improving your personal health and wellbeing.
* Flexible local government pension scheme.
Qualifications
* Applicants for this role must already be qualified to perform the role (Q2 and Advanced Police Motorcyclist).
Experience
* Computer literate
* Previous experience of dealing with matters of a confidential nature
* Experience of obtaining evidence and intelligence
* Experience of developing pro active strategies
* Experience of using photographic and technical equipment
* Experience of preparing case files / report writing
* Experience of developing effective working relationships to work together for a common outcome
How to Apply
All applications are processed through the Avon and Somerset Constabulary online Oleeo portal.
Due to the nature of the role and as the vacancies are for those already trained to perform the role, details within this advert are limited - please contact you wish to discuss the role in any further detail.
If you reach the assessment/ interview stage of a process and become a reserve applicant, we would like to retain your application. This will be pending further vacancies arising for the same role in a 12-month period. By giving your consent this does not prevent you from applying for any other opportunities.
Additional Information
This vacancy will close on Thursday 7th August at 2pm.
Shortlisting and Interviews will be planned within 2 weeks of the closing date.
Targeted Variable Payment information
Payments will be made six monthly and will be paid in arrears.
For clarity, this means that from 1 April 2025 until 30 September 2025 you will accrue the first payment, and this will be paid to you no later than your October salary. From 1 October 2025 until 31 March 2026, you will accrue the second payment, and this will be paid to you no later than your April salary. Please note that less than 75% attendance may reduce the payment by half. Attendance less than 50% may result in no payment. Absence or leave relating to pregnancy or maternity will be excluded from any calculation. If you leave the post prior to the 30 September 2025 or 31 March 2026 respectively, you will receive a pro rata payment based on the number of full calendar months that you completed prior to the move. The payment will be pro-rata and therefore adjusted in line with your standard hours worked, with no adjustment for overtime
Vetting and safeguarding
This post is subject to a higher security clearance at MV and SC – Management Vetting and Security Clearance Level.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a five-year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last five years.
In accordance with the National Vetting Policy, we are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Police Barred and Advisory lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of five years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or three years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Avon and Somerset Police is working hard to increase diversity and inclusion where communities are currently under-represented including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions, gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve. All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Flexible and Part Time Working
All requests for flexible working patterns and part-time working will be considered and be dependent on the role, this includes job shares and part-time hours.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
* Industries
Law Enforcement
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