We are working closely alongside with Essex Police to assist with the appointment of an Investigation Support Officer, on a 5-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £14.58 - £18.97 per hour Summary: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Investigation Support Officer to support criminal investigations and safeguarding activities. The role involves working closely with statutory partners, including Childrens Social Care, to secure best evidence and ensure effective investigative outcomes. Responsibilities: Interview victims and witnesses and take accurate evidential statements Support suspect interviews and assess reliability of evidence Conduct investigative research and prepare detailed reports Coordinate CCTV review, house-to-house enquiries, and evidence gathering Act as Exhibits Officer when required, ensuring evidential integrity Liaise with Childrens Social Care and attend child protection case conferences Essential Requirements: Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple investigations and work under pressure High level of integrity and professionalism Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IT systems Full clean UK driving licence Flexible approach to working hours, including extended hours if required Please note: You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice. You should have right to work in U.K Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent. Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service. OR23274