PIP 2 Investigator (Serious and Complex Crime) DAIU Department Domestic Abuse Investigation Unit (DAIU) Location Reading with a move to Loddon Valley Rank/Grade TVP Broad Band 3H Salary Band 3H, circa £40,345 per annum, plus 15% shift allowance, plus benefits Part/Full Time Full Time - All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated Type of Contract Permanent Document Attachment Instance 1 Document Attachment Instance 1 Document Attachment Instance 1 Document Attachment Instance 1 Job Advert DAIU are seeking a motivated PIP 2 Investigator to join our dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex and sensitive investigations, working closely with victims and partner agencies to deliver high quality, victim focused outcomes. If you are passionate about safeguarding, achieving justice and making a real difference to those affected by domestic abuse please consider this position. It is essential that you have effective communication skills with the ability to communicate with a wide audience along with proven analytical and decision making skills. You will also be self- motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision. Capability to travel across the Force is required in order to undertake assignments in a timely manner and work flexibly. Due to unsocial hours and personal safety for lone working public transport may not be suitable. For this reason a full driving licence is considered essential for this role. Qualified PIP 2 and domestic abuse experience is preferred but PIP 1 staff will also be considered. As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert. If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at quoting reference 22964. 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 7th June 2026. Find out more about our roles. LI-Onsite At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more. Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we'll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be. Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.