Transferee - PPU Constables

West Midlands Police; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading police force in Birmingham is looking for experienced Transferee Constables to join their Public Protection Department. Candidates must be existing substantive Police Officers, ideally with PIP 2 accreditation, and demonstrate strong communication skills. The role involves working in a dynamic environment dealing with sensitive cases. This position supports flexible working arrangements, with the aim of serving diverse communities effectively.

Qualifications

• Must be substantive in the rank of Constable.
• Serving or have served with a Home Office Force.
• PIP 2 accredited or willing to undergo related training.

Responsibilities

• Engage with victims, colleagues, and partners.
• Conduct investigations in various specialist teams.
• Participate in the recruitment process and vetting.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to plan, prioritise and manage risk

Good understanding of the investigation process

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Transferee - PPU Constables role at West Midlands Police. This is a Transferee Constable role; to be eligible to apply you must already be a substantive Police Officer from a UK Home Office Police Force. West Midlands Police is recruiting experienced and passionate transferees at the rank of Constable and Detective Constable, as well as aspiring transferees working towards Detective status.

The West Midlands is a vibrant urban region with a diverse population. The Public Protection Department (PPU) is committed to investigative excellence and securing justice for the most vulnerable members of society.

Eligibility Criteria

• Substantive in the rank of Constable
• Serving (or have served) with a Home Office Force
• PIP 2 accredited, in the process of becoming PIP 2 accredited, or willing to undertake PIP accreditation and related training
• Able to pass the 15 metre JRFT to bleep level 5.4
• Able to provide a fully auditable training record
• Able to pass vetting and medical health and assessment screening
• No outstanding disciplinary or integrity issues
• Flexible and part-time working supported
• Good understanding of the investigation process
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with victims, colleagues and partners
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage risk

Specialist Teams (Current Recruitment)

• Rape and Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO) Investigation
• Child Abuse Investigation and Safeguarding
• Online Child Sexual Exploitation Team (OCSET)
• Domestic Abuse Investigation and Safeguarding
• Missing Person Investigations and Safeguarding
• Sex Offender Management
• Stalking Prevention
• Force Review Team
• Service Improvement Team
• Civil Interventions Team

Recruitment Process

• Application Form
• Interview or career discussion
• Vetting and pre-employment checks including a medical assessment and fitness test
• References
• Final offer
• Post-transfer: WMP conversion course (role profile dependent)

Other Requirements

• Hours: Shift patterns include late shifts and weekends
• Vetting: Recruitments Vetting and Counter Terrorism Clearance; full background and financial disclosure
• Medical: Medical checks may include drugs test and, if required, a fitness test
• Contacts for Transfer: Supt Adam Jobson, Supt Ronan Tyrer, Supt David Keen, Supt Susan Mabbett with respective contact emails

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader and operates a Disability Confident Interview Scheme. They are committed to fairness and inclusion to deliver the best service for communities.

About Us

West Midlands Police is the second largest police force in the country, covering 348 square miles and serving a population of almost 2.8 million with diverse communities.