Frontier Targeting Team Officer (Folkestone)

Essex & Kent Police; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A police force in the UK is seeking a Frontier Targeting Team Officer to conduct national security targeting and inform frontline activity. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, proficiency with computer systems, and effective communication skills. Candidates must be British nationals with a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. The position is full-time with a starting salary of £30,879, rising to £35,802. Continuous professional development is encouraged, including achieving IPP certification within two years.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Willingness to undertake continuous professional development is a must.

Responsibilities

• Identify individuals or groups requiring examination under the Terrorism Act 2000.
• Provide research and targeting intelligence to support frontline policing.
• Collaborate with partner agencies across national, regional, and local networks.

Skills

Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with police/computer systems

Rapid learning of specialised databases

Education

Minimum education to GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location & Contract

Location: Folkestone

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: 24/7 shift (Weekend/Evening Working: Yes)

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Starting Salary: £30,879.00 (pro‑rata for part‑time vacancies) – may rise to a maximum of £35,802.00

Advert Closing Date: 22/12/2025

Role Overview

Frontier Targeting Team Officer (FTTO) – a specialist post hosted within Kent Police, working with partner agencies to conduct National Security targeting and inform frontline activity in a national intelligence environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify individuals or groups who may require examination under the Terrorism Act 2000.
• Provide research and targeting intelligence to support frontline policing.
• Collaborate with partner agencies across national, regional and local networks.
• Prioritise workloads, make rapid decisions and communicate decision‑making rationale effectively.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong analytical and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with police/computer systems, secure database management and Microsoft Office.
• Rapid learning of specialised databases and internet search engines.
• Minimum education to GCSE level or equivalent, or relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of CPIA disclosure issues, Human Rights Legislation, RIPA, the Data Protection Act and Terrorism Act legislation (desirable).
• Previous intelligence‑related work experience desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to undertake continuous professional development, including IPP certification within two years.

Requirements & Conditions

• Minimum of SC vetting and commitment to maintain DV (Developed Vetting) clearance.
• British Nationals only, with residence in the UK for the past ten years (overseas or diplomatic exemptions may apply).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for business purposes.

Equal Opportunities

Kent Police and Essex Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex, or employment status.

Further Information

If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact FTT Supervisor PSE Rebecca Flood at 07976531653 or email [e-mail].