Post: Police Staff Investigator Level 2 – Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP)
Salary: SO 1 / 2 - £37,020 - £42,612, plus allowances associated with the shift pattern
Allowances: 7.5% Irregular working hours and 267.58 hours Weekend Work Enhancement (Based on a starting salary of £37,020 this equates to approximately £7,900, gross, per annum)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Middlesbrough HQ
Are you committed to protecting vulnerable people and delivering justice for some of the most serious and sensitive crimes?
We are seeking dedicated Police Staff Investigators (Level 2) to join our Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP) team. This is a challenging and highly rewarding role, supporting investigations into offences such as rape, familial child abuse, child sexual exploitation, and serious cases involving vulnerable adults.
You will play a vital role in ensuring investigations are victim-centred, suspect-focused, and context-led, while prioritising safeguarding and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigating serious and complex offences involving vulnerable victims
- Interviewing suspects, victims, and witnesses in accordance with legislation and best practice
- Supporting vulnerable and intimidated witnesses to achieve best evidence
- Acting as Officer in the Case across ongoing and new investigations
- Conducting safeguarding assessments to prioritise victim safety and reduce risk
- Preparing high-quality case files for court and CPS submission
- Providing evidence in court as required
- Working in partnership with agencies such as social services and health professionals
- Supporting child death investigations where appropriate
- Using intelligence ethically to support crime reduction and safeguarding outcomes
What We're Looking For
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate professionalism, resilience, and a genuine passion for protecting vulnerable people.
- PIP Level 2 Accreditation
- Strong investigative and analytical skills
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively with vulnerable individuals
- Ability to produce clear, accurate, and concise reports and case files
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of investigative processes and relevant legislation
- IT proficiency and experience with information systems
- Commitment to equality, fairness, and a victim-focused approach
Why Join Cleveland Police?
- Be part of a team making a real impact on people’s lives
- Opportunities for professional development and specialist training
- Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
- Contribute to delivering justice and protecting communities
Candidates who are currently PIP Level 1 qualified and are seeking to develop and accredit to PIP level 2 are welcome to apply. If successful you would be employed as a PSI level 1, and once PIP level 2 qualified and accredited you would commence in a PIP level 2 post. Please note, applications from PIP level 2 candidates will be prioritised.
If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Detective Chief Inspector Rachel Taylor or Detective Inspector Jo Pain via [email protected].
The role of Police Staff Investigator requires that you have your fingerprints and DNA taken and these will be stored on the contamination elimination database. This requirement is written in to your contract.
Personal Safety Training is a mandatory requirement for the role so successful applicants will be required to complete this upon appointment.
If you are interested in applying for this role please progress your application via the link. Application forms should be completed no later than 23:55 on the specified closing date.
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.
Regardless of the applicant, this role is on current Cleveland Police Terms and Conditions as per Police Staff Council.
