Transferee Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP) Detective Constable
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: In line with national pay scales
We are looking for the highest quality officers to join our ranks and opportunities are now open for transferees seeking to join Cleveland Police as a Protecting Vulnerable People Detective Constable – if you are passionate about safeguarding victims, this could be the next role for you.
The Protecting Vulnerable People department is a new team and was developed as part of Operation Unified – the force’s structural changes to help improve outcomes and provide a better service to victims. As a PVP DC, you will work closely with victims, where experience of safeguarding and maintaining a supportive approach is imperative.
We’re looking for transferees who can demonstrate their interest and commitment to this area of policing.
What will I be doing?
- Investigate offences of rape, penetrative sexual offences, familial child abuse, and serious cases relating to vulnerable adults where there are issues of care and control.
- Ensure investigations are suspect-focused, victim-centred, and context-led in line with Operation Soteria principles.
- Undertake safeguarding assessments with the victim’s safety a primary objective, whilst considering the wider public’s safety and ensuring the risk is mitigated wherever possible.
What do I need?
- Knowledge and understanding of ‘Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023’.
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Operation Soteria (the National Operating Model for rape).
- Knowledge and understanding of the current legislation and process protocols on child sexual offences and sexual exploitation.
We welcome applications from those who are ICIDP, NIE PASS, PIP2 accredited, or those who want to work towards PIP2 accreditation.
Do you want to know more?
If you have any questions about the role and would like an informal conversation about it, please contact DCI Rachel Taylor, or DCI Rebecca Harland via [email protected].
Why join Cleveland Police?
Cleveland has the second smallest police force area in the country, covering approximately 231 square miles and with a population of over 585,000 people. It comprises of the four boroughs of Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Cleveland, and Stockton-on-Tees. Every town in the region has its own unique identity and personality. Cleveland’s geography is as diverse as the communities that live here. Its landscapes range from dense urban centres to large swathes of rural farmland overlooked by the Cleveland Hills. The area is also lined on its east side by coastal communities facing the North Sea.
Despite its small geographical size, Cleveland Police is one of the busiest police forces in England and Wales and faces significant challenges with high levels of crime and demand for policing services resembling that experienced by much larger metropolitan forces. At Cleveland Police we have a focus on protecting people, protecting communities, tackling criminals and striving to be the best we can be at all we do.
At Cleveland Police, we take pride in recognising individuals with genuine potential. That’s why we invest heavily in supporting, motivating, and training our officers — because when they thrive, our force becomes stronger. Our experienced leaders can help you to reach your goals. All you have to do is bring us your talent, dedication and enthusiasm and we’ll welcome you to the team.
Important Information
Applications are open to lateral moves for the below ranks who are substantive and have completed their probationary period:
- Police Constable
- Detective Constable
You will retain your:
- Previous service and current levels of pay (excluding force specific benefits i.e. London Weighting)
- Annual leave entitlement, as long as there is no break in service
- Your current pension arrangement
To be eligible to transfer to Cleveland Police you must be a substantive PC wishing to transfer at rank from a Home Office Force or Police Service of Northern Ireland. If you are a current serving Officer at British Transport Police and have previously served in a Home Office Force please email [email protected] to discuss eligibility.
We can't currently accept applications from those who have exclusively served with British Transport Police.
Due to current circumstances and demand within our training department, we are currently unable to accept transferees from Ministry of Defence, Civil Nuclear Constabulary & Police Scotland.
Please note that all officers wishing to transfer to Cleveland must hold a full UK manual driving licence. This licence must have been held for at least 6 months at the point of transfer.
If you currently lease a car through NHS Fleet Solutions you may have the option to bring it with you when you transfer, please get in touch for further information.
Should you have any further questions please email [email protected].
Cleveland Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made on merit.
