Investigation Officer

Service Care Solutions are looking for a PIP2 accredited Investigator to work within the Lancashire Constabulary on a 4-month contract.

Location: Preston

Job role/responsibility:
To investigate historical allegations of child abuse, involving victims who have reported abuse by persons in positions of public prominence, or who have been abused within institutions.

• To conduct serious and complex investigations, plan and manage own workload, and retain OIC responsibility.
• To secure, preserve and gather evidence to support law enforcement objectives.
• To undertake tasks accordingly with accredited powers.
• To plan, prepare and be involved in the execution of operations.
• To work in partnership with other departments and agencies to safeguard and protect those at risk of abuse.
• To interview witnesses and take statements as part of investigations in line with Achieving Best Evidence Guidelines.
• To provide support to victims and witnesses and assess their need for further support throughout the criminal justice process.
• To interview people suspected of committing offences and conduct process procedures.
• To use internal IT systems to research and maintain records regarding individuals and investigations.
• To complete comprehensive investigation reports and case files.
• To present evidence to CPS and at court, to prosecute offenders through the criminal justice system.
• To provide flexibility to account for exigencies of duty
• To carry out any other duties which are consistent with the nature, responsibilities, and grading of the post.

Experience/Qualifications:

• PIP level 2 trained and accredited
• Experience of successfully investigating serious and complex crimes.
• Experience of safeguarding vulnerable members of the community and those at risk of abuse.
• Experience and knowledge of the Criminal Justice System relating to the PACE Act.
• Experience of working on own initiative, investigating problems, developing solutions, and taking appropriate timely action to resolve them.
• Experience of maintaining & interrogating computerised systems and manual filing systems.
• Experience of communicating at all levels with a wide range of audiences.
• Experience of working effectively and efficiently as part of a team and working with minimal supervision.
• Experience of dealing with members of the public and working in partnership with other departments and agencies.
• Experience of dealing with difficult situations or conflict.
• Experience of maintaining strict confidentiality using tact and diplomacy where appropriate.

If you are interested in this role or want further discussion, please contact Lewis O’Donnell either via email: lewis.odonnell@servicecare.org.uk or tel: 01772208962. Alternatively, if you have any friend or colleagues that might be interested, please feel free to refer them as we a have a £250 referral scheme in place.