PIP1 Investigator

Service Care Solutions; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a PIP1 Investigator to support law enforcement investigations in Plymouth. The successful candidate will conduct investigations, gather evidence, and prepare case files under tight deadlines. Candidates should possess PIP Level 1 accreditation and have recent experience within Devon and Cornwall Police. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential. This position offers a full-time contract with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Devon and Cornwall Police.
• Experience taking witness statements and gathering evidence.
• Experience supporting case file preparation (NICHE experience desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct PIP Level 1 investigations in line with legislation and Force policy.
• Obtain evidential witness statements and gather evidence.
• Prepare and support case files through to charge and court.
• Interview suspects and witnesses in accordance with legal requirements.
• Manage safeguarding, ensuring victims receive appropriate support.
• Work collaboratively with Neighbourhood Policing Teams.

Skills

PIP Level 1 accreditation

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Experience of complex information gathering and problem solving

Ability to deliver work to tight timescales

A good understanding of the criminal justice system

Job description

PIP1 Investigator

Location: Bideford & Barnstaple Police Stations

Contract: 3 month contract with likely extension

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday)

Pay Rate: £22.91LTD per hour

About the Role

Devon and Cornwall Police are recruiting a Police Staff Investigator (PIP1) to support the Hotspot Policing Scheme in North Devon. This scheme targets persistent offenders and crime and disorder within identified hotspot locations in Barnstaple and Bideford town centres. You will work as part of the Neighbourhood Policing Teams, supporting investigation activity that protects the vulnerable, reduces harm, and brings offenders to justice.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct PIP Level 1 investigations in line with legislation, Force policy and PIP standards.
• Obtain evidential witness statements and gather evidence including CCTV and exhibits.
• Prepare and support case files through to charge and court.
• Interview suspects and witnesses in accordance with legal and procedural requirements.
• Manage safeguarding, risk, and vulnerability, ensuring victims receive appropriate support.
• Maintain regular contact with victims and witnesses in line with the Victims’ Code.
• Work collaboratively with Neighbourhood Policing Teams and partner agencies.
• Support hotspot-focused problem solving and harm-reduction activity.

Essential skills and experience

• PIP Level 1 accreditation.
• Recent experience working within Devon and Cornwall Police.
• Experience taking witness statements and gathering evidence.
• Experience supporting case file preparation (NICHE experience desirable).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence (reasonable adjustments considered).
• Experience of complex information gathering and problem solving.
• Ability to deliver work to tight timescales.
• A good understanding of the criminal justice system.
• A thorough, methodical, and professional approach.

Apply Now. Service Care Solutions is proud to assist in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.

Harry Greenhalgh
Recruitment Lead – Police | Youth Justice | Domestic Abuse
Service Care Solutions