Detention Officer (Oxfordshire)
Thames Valley Police —Abingdon
- £37,484 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- English
- Travel
7d
Dose Records Officer
UK Health Security Agency —Didcot
- £27,335 - £28,442 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Administrative experience
- Presentation skills
9d
Detention Officer (Buckinghamshire)
Thames Valley Police —Aylesbury
- £37,484 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- English
- Travel
7d
Assistant Procurement Manager
Thames Valley Police —Kidlington
- £32,339 - £36,474 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

I want to receive the latest job alerts for entry level police officer in abingdon, eng

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

entry level police officer jobs near abingdon, eng

Detention Officer (Oxfordshire)

Thames Valley Police -
Abingdon

Apply Now

Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£37,484 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Computer literacy
GCSE
English
Communication skills

Full job description

Detention Officer (Oxfordshire)

Department - Criminal Justice

Location - Abingdon, Banbury

Rank/Grade - TVP Broad Band 2E

Salary - Band 2E, circa £37,484 per annum (including all unsocial hours allowances on qualifying shifts) plus benefits

Part/Full Time - Full Time

Type of Contract - Permanent

Job Advert

As a Detention Officer, you will be based at one of our Abingdon or Banbury custody suites in Oxfordshire, providing support to Custody Officers and police investigators as they deal with a range of individuals – some being the most challenging and vulnerable in society. You will be the first point of contact in the suite for both officers and detainees, and will be responsible for managing risks and assessing vulnerabilities 24/7, 365 days a year under the supervision of Police Sergeants.

You will assist in the preparation, completion and administration of all documentation, information and computer records relating to persons in custody to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and operational accuracy, as well as responding to dynamic situations that will require you to think fast and act professionally.

You will be IT-literate, full of initiative and have excellent communication skills. You will maintain resilience when physically confronted. You will have proven ability to work flexibly and in a shift environment, and must also be willing to work at other locations in line with operational demand. Click here to watch a video about the role of our Detention Officers.

You will be required to complete at least 12 months’ service in the role of Detention Officer before you can move to other roles.

Entry Requirements

English Language/Literature GCSE (Grade 9-4/A-C) or equivalent qualification such as Level 2 Functional Skills or higher academic qualifications - certificates will be required, or details on how to obtain alternative proof of qualifications can be found on our Detention Officer careers page. If you do not hold the mentioned qualification/s, recent equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

Age 18 at date of employment (though you can apply at age 17) – no upper age limit

Full UK driving licence
- access to own transport is required by completion of training
- we are unlikely to progress applications from those living more than 40 road miles or a 1 hour commute from your preferred police station
- some travel to other custody suites may at times be required. Applicants should consider that Thames Valley Police operates suites at several sites including Abingdon, Aylesbury, Banbury, High Wycombe, Loddon Valley, Maidenhead, Milton Keynes and Newbury

The ability to undertake the standard fitness test and achieve level 5 shuttle 4

For further information on our full eligibility criteria, including vetting and medical standards, please ensure you read all the documentation attached to this vacancy before applying.

Training

Five weeks’ training based at our training sites (Kidlington and Sulhamstead), designed to give you a solid understanding in the essentials of a Detention Officer’s role and powers.
Receive officer safety training, which includes de-escalation and restraint techniques, as well as first aid training to College of Policing standards.

Successful candidates will go into a recruitment pool to fill planned Detention Officer courses in late 2026/early 2027, subject to vacancies.

If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team on [email protected] quoting reference 5678/15250 (Ox).

Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Monday 31st August 2026. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier dependent on application numbers.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.

Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.

Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

entry level police officer jobs in abingdon, eng

Detention Officer (Oxfordshire)

Dose Records Officer

Detention Officer (Buckinghamshire)

Assistant Procurement Manager

I want to receive the latest job alerts for entry level police officer in abingdon, eng

Explore jobs in more locations

Detention Officer (Oxfordshire)

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected