PIP 2 Investigator
We are looking for an experienced investigator to join our team as a PIP2 Investigator, supporting high priority enquiries involving RASSO, Adult Abuse, Child Abuse, and other complex and sensitive criminal investigations. This role is suited to someone who brings sound investigative judgement, resilience, and a clear commitment to safeguarding and victim care.
Key responsibilities
. Lead and manage investigations in line with PIP2 standards, ensuring enquiries are conducted ethically, proportionately, and with investigative integrity
. Take ownership of RASSO cases, applying trauma informed approaches, maintaining strong victim engagement, and working closely with specialist officers and partner agencies
. Investigate Adult Abuse and Child Abuse offences, ensuring rapid identification of risk, robust safeguarding actions, and accurate recording of all decision making
. Prepare and present case files to a high evidential standard for charging decisions and court proceedings
. Conduct and oversee suspect interviews, victim and witness statements, CCTV review, digital evidence handling, and scene management
. Liaise with statutory safeguarding partners, health professionals, social care, CPS, and multi agency panels to drive coordinated outcomes
. Make full use of intelligence, analytics, and digital opportunities to progress enquiries and strengthen case strategy
. Attend court as required and provide clear, professional evidence
. Support less experienced investigators and contribute to continuous improvement across the investigation team
Skills and experience
. PIP2 accreditation or readiness to work toward accreditation with support
. Strong grounding in safeguarding frameworks and experience dealing with vulnerable victims
. Proven ability to manage highly sensitive investigations, ideally including RASSO or abuse related cases
. Confident handling digital evidence, case management systems, and disclosure requirements
. Skilled in working collaboratively across multi agency settings
. Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and high quality case files
. Ability to work under pressure, prioritise, and maintain professionalism in emotionally challenging environments
PIP 2 Investigator