Role type
Police Staff
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Contract duration
Permanent
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Contract type
Full Time
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Location
Swindon, Other
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Location
Melksham
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Grade/scale
W7 £32,367 - £33,681
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Find out if you are eligible
Vetting | Wiltshire Police
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This/These post(s) attract allowances
Shift Allowance, Unsocial Working Allowance, Weekend Working Enhancement
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Risk assessed factors
DSE use (for a substantial part of work), Lone working, Shift work
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Shift percentage
14%
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Closing date
23/07/2026, 23:55
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Job description
Become a Local Crime Investigator
Are you naturally curious? Do you enjoy solving problems, piecing together information and helping people?
We are recruiting for our next cohort of Local Crime Investigators (LCIs), with training commencing in October 2026. This is a unique opportunity to develop a rewarding career where your work directly impacts victims, communities and the wider criminal justice system.
About us
At Wiltshire Police, we are dedicated to making our community a safer place for everyone. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance, Wiltshire Police offers a range of opportunities to grow and develop. Join us and be part of a team that values courage, compassion, and dedication to public service. Help us to keep Wiltshire safe.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone.
If there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know
About the role
We are looking for people who share our values of impartiality, integrity, public service and transparency, and who demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism and behaviour.
As a Local Crime Investigator, you will play a key role in bringing offenders to justice and supporting victims through the criminal justice process.You will be part of a team providing a service investigating volume crime whilst working alongside Constable(s) and others within the investigation gathering and investigation chain. You will work closely with the Community Policing and Neighbourhood teams, Crime Investigation Teams and Criminal Investigations Department.
Whether you're interviewing a suspect in custody, attending a warrant, reviewing CCTV footage or gathering evidence for a prosecution, you'll play a key role in the investigation.
Being an LCI offers a rewarding and varied career, providing the opportunity to see the impact of your work through successful investigations, court proceedings and bringing offenders to justice.
Training
Successful applicants will take part in a comprehensive 13-week classroom-based training programme at Gablecross Station, Swindon, starting on 26 October 2026.
Designed for individuals joining from a range of backgrounds, the programme will equip you with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to begin your career as a Local Crime Investigator. You will learn about criminal investigations, interviewing techniques, evidence gathering, case file preparation and the criminal justice process, supported by experienced trainers and colleagues throughout your learning journey.
Following successful completion of the training programme, you will continue to develop your skills in the workplace whilst working towards PIP Level 1 Investigator Accreditation, providing a strong foundation for a rewarding and long-term investigative career with Wiltshire Police.
What you will be doing
As part of your role, you will be required to:
Question suspects, therefore, you will need to have an enquiring mind to ask questions and get to the truth.
Interview victims and witnesses, so it’s important you can show strong empathy, professionalism, and first-class customer service.
Examine CCTV and review statements to piece together what happened, so you need to be patient and thorough.
Handle evidence and prepare reports, with a meticulous and transparent mindset.
Deal with any enquiry allocated to the post holder in an accurate and timely manner to ensure it is properly completed for submission to the Case Manager or direct to Crown Prosecution Service when appropriate
Present the evidence as required at Crown Court, Magistrate Court or other Court of Law.
Liaise with other forces and outside agencies in relation to the gathering and preparation of evidence.
About you and your experience
We are searching for confident people who:
Have an enquiring mindset to be able to ask the right questions.
A methodical approach to your work.
Ability to work under pressure and to very tight deadlines usually set by the Court.
Strong written and verbal communication skills- contacts will include CPS, solicitors, doctors, judges, forensic scientists, local hospitals, witnesses, armed forces, DVLA etc.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A flexible and creative approach to problem solving.
Have an excellent attention to detail.
Could demonstrate the confidence if required to give evidence at court.
The ability to remain calm and confident in potential conflict situations.
The below skills are desired but not essential:
Previous experience of the judicial systems (work within a police, solicitors or criminal courts environment)
Experience in investigating matters and carrying out interviews
Competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Willingness to attend and complete Institute of Legal Executives Course if required
Interviewing skills - ability to conduct an interview to the point of reporting a person for an offence
Working Arrangements:
Based at either our Swindon or Melksham locations.
Shift pattern covering days, evenings and weekends.
14% shift allowance in addition to salary.
Career Development:
The LCI role provides an excellent pathway into a long-term investigative career within Wiltshire Police.
Following successful completion of training and achievement of your PIP Level 1 Investigator Accreditation, development opportunities may include:
Local Crime Investigator Supervisor
Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
Major Crime Investigation Team (MCIT)
Serious and Organised Crime Unit (SOCU)
Public Protection Department
Complex Fraud and other specialist investigative teams
What we offer
- Excellent career development opportunities
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
- Hybrid working
- Flexi hours scheme
- Free Gym membership
- Physical and mental well-being support
- Generous Pension scheme
For more information please contact the Talent Acquisition Team here
Please note, all roles will be subject to a vetting procedure, some roles due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance.
Depending on the number of applications received, we reserve the right to close this role early.
We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all of our applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.
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Important information before you commence an application
Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not autosave and the application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.
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You may require the following detail to complete this application form:
National Insurance Number
Identification Detail e.g. passport
Address information
Referee information
Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained
Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have
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You may require the following documents to complete this application form:
A Passport style photograph
A copy of your photo card driving licence
A downloaded DVLA summary showing full driving record
A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)
A copy of your British Passport or birth certificate (if a candidate does not have a passport, then they may use their birth certificate, but will need to provide a copy of a British passport once they have obtained one.)
Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only). If applying for the Degree Holder Police Constable Apprenticeship, you will need a copy of your Degree Certificate.
Clear, colour photos of any non-intimate tattoos
Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos
Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc
Deed poll certificate for any name changes
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