Force
Cambridgeshire Constabulary
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HIDDEN - Role Type
Police Staff
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Contract Duration
Permanent
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Contract Type
Full Time
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Department
Joint Protect Services Crime
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Location
Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs
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Grade
SO1
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Salary
£37,020
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Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
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Hours / Week
37
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Closing Date
12/07/2026, 23:55
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Applicants are required to meet nationality and residency requirements so that National Security Vetting (NSV) checks can be conducted. If you want to learn more click HERE. To apply for this role, you must also have resided continuously in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years, 2 of which must have been the immediately preceding years from the point of application.
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Job Description
The Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire Major Crime Unit (MCU) is part of the Joint Protective Services Directorate with responsibility for the investigation of major crime across the tri-force area. The MCU is based from two hubs: in the south at Hertfordshire Police Headquarters, Welwyn Garden City and in the north at Cambridgeshire Police Headquarters, Hinchingbrooke, Huntingdon.
The Major Crime Unit investigation remit incorporates but is not exclusive to Homicide (Murder, Manslaughter, Attempted Murder), Kidnap, Blackmail, and Extortion.
We are now hiring for a full time Investigator, who will be based in the Outside enquiry team at the Northern hub. This is a rare and very exciting opportunity to join a team of highly motivated investigators who deal with the most serious criminal offences and who enjoy an extremely high success rate.
The Police Staff Assistant Investigator role requires the holder to conduct enquiries as directed by the Senior Investigating Officer (or their deputy and the appropriate line manager).
Your team will consist of approximately six officers and staff with line management by a Detective Sergeant. There are five teams which make up the Outside Enquiry team.
It is desirable but not essential that the successful candidate has previous investigative experience/Pip 1 accredited. We are looking for the right candidate for the role.
This post is based in Huntingdon but there will be a requirement to travel and work from bases across the tri-force area and beyond.
Every day is different whatever your role in policing, so here’s a brief overview of your day-to-day responsibilities:
Taking statements from victims and witnesses
Completing house to house enquiries
Scoping and viewing of CCTV footage
Review of call data and mobile devices
Assisting with case file building
Fulfilling the role of Disclosure or exhibits officer for investigations falling outside of the MCU remit
Giving evidence in court
Witness management
Undertake training as a Family liaison officer
Contributing to achieving the vision, purpose, and values of the JPS Major Crime Unit.
It is important to us that we hire someone with the right values and attitude that align with ours. Whether officer or staff, we are serving the public, and the policing Competency and Values Framework underpins everything we do. We are also looking for you to:
Have great attention to detail
Be proactive and use your initiative
Take a solution-focused approach to any query or task
Be a team player
Be adaptable.
For the purposes of the application, you will be expected to provide a 750 word expression of interest including;
Evidence of skills/attributes and evidence to meet the role profile and the reason why you wish to join MCU.
Additionally:
Please note that due to the high level of vetting for this role, 7 years of UK residency is required.
Full UK manual driving licence is required.
Internal applicants within Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary or Hertfordshire Constabulary (BCH), should upload either a CV or complete a ‘Staff internal role summary’ form, which can be found in the vacancy documents below.
External applicants should upload your current CV.
All applications must be submitted through our online recruitment website by clicking the apply button below.
It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.
Following review of the applications, successful applicants will be invited for an Interview.
If you think this could be the role for you, we encourage you to apply.
For further information please contact DI 748 Verity McCann from the MCU via email
[email protected], or Teams or DS Simon Oldfield via email
[email protected]
Additional Advert Information
Internal Applicants
To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period.
If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert.
Vetting Process
Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18).
Examples of when this may apply include:
Transferring to another force
Renewing vetting clearance
Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance)
Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals
If any of the above apply to you, please expect your line manager to be contacted when you submit your vetting application.
Redeployment and Redundancy
This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted.
Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
Role Profile
We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes.
Commitment to Inclusion
As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive.
If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.
Please note: This role has been identified as high-risk in relation to potential DNA contamination within forensic processes. As such, successful candidates will be required to provide a DNA mouth swab and Fingerprint elimination sample as part of their pre-employment checks.
The sample will be used to conduct a speculative search against our database and then solely for contamination elimination purposes and held on a secure elimination database in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.
Provision of this sample is a condition of employment for roles identified as high-risk.
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For more information on the Competency Values Framework (CVF) please click HERE
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Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.
We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.
Why Choose a Career in Policing?
Cambridgeshire Constabulary is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.
If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career—where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences—then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer
We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service).
Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
Carers and Discretionary Leave
Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
Cycle to Work Scheme
Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON.
Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:
Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
People of all ages and abilities
All faiths and religions
LGBTQ+ communities
Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds
All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.
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Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
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