Serious Sexual Offence (RASSO) Investigators - Temporary
Locations: Kendal, Barrow, Carlisle (Cumbria)
Contract: Temporary - 6 months
Hours: Full-time
Pay Rate: £17.84 per hour (PAYE)
Security Clearance: Required
Recruiter: Red Snapper Recruitment (RSR)
About Red Snapper Recruitment
RSR is a public safety and enterprise security recruitment specialist. We partner with police forces across the UK to source highly skilled investigators and public safety professionals, supporting critical operations with the right talent at the right time.
We are currently recruiting experienced, PIP2-accredited investigators to provide backfill support to the Serious Sexual Offence Investigations (RASSO) teams in Cumbria. This temporary project will ensure continued investigative capacity for sensitive and high-priority sexual offence cases.
Role Purpose
These roles will support RASSO investigations within the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Investigators will contribute to gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and ensuring cases progress efficiently through the criminal justice system.
Two specialist groups are required:
PIP2 Investigators
Base: Kendal or Barrow
Conduct serious sexual offence investigations within CID
PIP2 Investigators who are also Specialist Investigative Interviewers
Base: Carlisle or Kendal
Perform Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) video-recorded interviews with vulnerable witnesses
Work closely with RASSO teams to ensure investigative integrity
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough investigations into serious sexual offences in line with PIP2 standards
Gather, record, and retain intelligence and evidence in compliance with legal and procedural requirements
Interview witnesses and suspects, including performing formal ABE/Tier 3 interviews where applicable
Collaborate with investigative teams and other agencies to progress cases effectively
Maintain accurate case files and documentation in accordance with force policies
Provide investigative resilience and backfill for operational teams as required
Essential Criteria
PIP2 accreditation (mandatory)
Proven experience in investigating serious sexual offences (RASSO)
For Specialist Investigative Interviewer roles: ABE/Tier 3 accredited
Strong understanding of investigative procedures and criminal justice processes
Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in sensitive cases
Contract Details
Temporary 6-month contract
PAYE at £17.84 per hour
Locations: Kendal, Barrow, Carlisle (Cumbria)
Start: ASAP
How to Apply
If you are an experienced PIP2 RASSO Investigator (with or without Specialist Investigative Interviewer accreditation) and are interested in this temporary backfill opportunity, please send your CV to:
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