Job Introduction
Salary: Starting salary of £46,274.44 per annum which consists of a base salary of £34,717.36 plus 20% shift allowance and £4,613.61 London allowance per annum.
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time
Location: FHQ, 200 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 9TJ
Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available
Hours: 37 hours per week, the working hours for this role can be unsocial as it involves a 24/7/365 shift pattern that includes early starts, late finish times and night shifts
British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for your next exciting career move? British Transport Police have an excellent opportunity for a Witness & Case Review Officer to join the Criminal Justice Unit. As a Witness and Case Review Officer with BTP, you will be responsible all aspects of evidential case file review and witness care in-line with the Criminal Justice timeframes and procedures. This will include evidentially reviewing case files; managing witness care; facilitating CPS Charging advice; providing guidance on national file standards; advising on disclosure requirements; quality assuring and providing case file guidance and Niche case file preparation.
What you'll be doing:
- Prepare case papers in consultation with the OIC for referral to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), ensuring files are submitted in accordance with the CPS requirements including RASSO & ABC cases. Raise Postal Requisitions, as and when required, within set timescales and guidelines.
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Review case files and provide guidance to OICs and Supervisors on evidential and Criminal Justice requirements, including CPIA and NFS requirements.
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Build and maintain effective links between the National Justice Unit and other external stakeholders such as the Crown Prosecution Service and other agencies to optimise working relationships.
What you'll bring to the team:
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Proven experience in evidence reviews or case file preparation
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally, and excellent report writing/keyboard skills.
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High attention to detail, be self-motivated and able to cope with sensitive, stressful/pressured situations and must be able to empathise with victim/witness of crime. Must be able to prioritise, manage time effectively and work to targets
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Ability to persuade, negotiate and influence others, providing sound and justified rationale
What we offer:
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28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
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Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
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Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
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Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
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Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
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Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
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Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
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Excellent Pension scheme: We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at [email protected]. Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.
Additional Information:
During training, you will be expected to work full-time from the office but once completed, a hybrid working arrangement is available, with a mix of home and office working. The team operates a rota covering 24/7 service delivery, including weekday, weekend, and overnight shifts. Typical shift patterns range from early starts (07:00–16:00), late turn (13:00–23:00), and nights (21:00–07:00), with rostered rest days. Specific working patterns will be discussed during the recruitment process.
Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.
Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Recruitment Vetting (3 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document.
Medical: We’ll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.
References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.
Applications will be via an up-to-date CV and online application form, as part of this application please outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. AI can be a useful tool to spark ideas or help you organise your thoughts, but when it comes to your application, we want to hear from you, not an algorithm. What truly stands out to us are genuine stories, personal insights and the experiences that have shaped who you are. Authenticity matters - it helps us understand your motivations, your strengths and how you’ll contribute to our team. So, use AI if it helps you get started, but let your own voice lead the way.
Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, Sunday 26th July 2026
Inclusion & Diversity:
We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices.
If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know - we are happy to support you. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here.
For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please click the links Inclusion & Diversity Disability Confident Scheme
Join Us:
Ready to take the next step in your career? At BTP, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, make a real impact, and be part of something extraordinary.
Find out why BTP could be the perfect fit for you - About Us - British Transport Police
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