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ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD in Staines-upon-Thames is seeking an Investigating Officer for a temporary role, paying £15.16 per hour PAYE. The role involves managing a varied caseload from initial enquiry through to court, interviewing suspects, gathering evidence and preparing case files.

The successful candidate will work with victims, witnesses and partner agencies, using established frameworks and maintaining resilience while covering day and evening shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• PIP1 investigative experience.
• Strong background in evidence gathering and statement taking.
• Experience within an investigative environment.
• Full manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from initial enquiry through to court proceedings.
• Confidently interview suspects and gather/review evidence.
• Take detailed witness statements and prepare comprehensive case files.
• Maintain regular contact with victims and witnesses to keep them informed.
• Collaborate with solicitors, the Crown Prosecution Service and partner agencies.

Skills

Interview suspects

Evidence gathering

Statement taking

Report writing

Driving licence

Job description

Investigating Officer needed in Staines-upon-Thames

This is a temporary role and the rate is £15.16ph PAYE

The reference number is: 376897

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of investigations, taking ownership of each matter from initial enquiry through to court proceedings. They will confidently interview suspects, gather and review evidence, take detailed witness statements, and prepare comprehensive case files. They will maintain regular contact with victims and witnesses, building trust and ensuring they remain informed throughout the investigative process.

They will work collaboratively with solicitors, the Crown Prosecution Service and partner agencies, using recognised decision‑making frameworks such as NDM, THRIVE and IDMM to make well‑reasoned, accountable investigative decisions. This individual will demonstrate resilience, emotional maturity and the ability to persevere in challenging situations. They will also be flexible in working a mix of day and evening shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. To succeed, they will bring PIP1 investigative experience, a strong background in evidence gathering and statement taking, experience within an investigative environment, and a full manual driving licence.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.