Transferee Detective Constable - Child Abuse Team
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Vacancy Information
* Division / Department - West Surrey Division
* Status - Full Time or Happy to Talk Flexible Working
* Contract Type - Permanent
* Rank - Police Constable
* Location - Guildford
In line with the published Posting and Tenure guidance, operational requirements will always be considered prior to confirming posting dates to successful applicants.
The Role
Join Western Child Abuse Team (CAT) as a Detective Constable. Make a Real Difference in Child Protection.
Are you a dedicated Detective Constable with a passion for safeguarding vulnerable children? Western CAT is expanding, and we’re looking for skilled professionals to join our specialist team tackling child abuse and harmful traditional practices.
As a Detective Constable in our Child Abuse Team, you’ll lead sensitive and complex investigations, working closely with partner agencies to protect children and bring offenders to justice. You’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding, using your expertise to support victims and ensure the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead live investigations and prepare RASSO files for CPS.
* Conduct joint visits with social services and multi-agency partners.
* Interview vulnerable children and adults with care and professionalism.
* Ensure compliance with legislation and best practice in child protection.
* Provide outstanding support to victims, witnesses, and suspects.
Skills & Experience
We’re seeking individuals who are:
* PIP2 accredited and experienced in managing serious investigations.
* SCAIDP trained (or on the pathway) with a completed portfolio.
* Skilled in interviewing children, victims, and suspects using the PEACE model.
* Dynamic, motivated investigators able to manage demanding workloads and court cases with precision and empathy.
* Knowledgeable in Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) and The Victims Code.
* Committed to continuous professional development and safeguarding excellence.
* Knowledge of Operation Soteria and its key principles would be beneficial.
Contact Details
At Western CAT, you’ll be part of a highly motivated specialist team making a tangible positive impact on our communities. You’ll receive ongoing training, support, and the opportunity to develop your career in a critical area of policing.
Ready to take the next step in your detective career? Apply now and be part of a team that’s changing lives.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity or visit the teams, please contact DS Becky Thomson by email.
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It’s important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in how we recruit and deliver services. We are proud members of Disability Confident, Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, Race at Work Charter, and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and HeForShe.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and uphold anti-racist principles. For more information, read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to learn more about Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police.
Additional Information
It is important that you inform and seek support from your line manager before submitting an application for this role to allow for resource planning. Failure to inform may delay release dates.
Following submission you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application. Some emails may go to spam/junk folders, so please check regularly.
Note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces. Recruitment principles are:
• Vacancies in collaborated units are open to all officers and staff across both Forces
• Vacancies in non-collaborated units are available to officers within the Force; externally advertised roles may be filled by external candidates
• If an external candidate is successful in a vacancy advertised externally, it may result in a transfer of employment
Additional job postings and related information are provided for context but are not required for this role.
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