Police Constable - Surveillance Motorcyclist (CTPSE)

The successful candidate will undertake covert, mobile, technical and foot surveillance in order to obtain intelligence and evidence, undertaking covert surveillance as authorised under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 and Human Rights legislation. The successful candidate will also be willing to undergo a firearms course, in order for them to conduct the role of an Armed Surveillance motorcyclist in the future. The role holder will also debrief covert surveillance operations on a daily basis ensuring evidential logs are accurate., if you have any queries relating to this.

• Kent Officers will need to inform Kent HR Resource Planning at the earliest opportunity of intention to apply. Every Officer application form must be signed by the Chief Supt or police staff equivalent and sent to Kent HR Resource Planning no later than 5 working days prior to closing date unless exceptional circumstances apply. This is required so that Chief Officer approval can be obtained for the application to progress, which will be managed by Kent HR Resource Planning. These steps must be completed prior to submission application. If your application for an opportunity is not approved prior to submission to the recruiting organisation you may not be supported for release to the role, should you be successful.
• Officers from other forces are welcome to apply. You may wish to consult with your HR team regarding completion of additional forms.
Please upload your latest PDR (or if no PDR, a recent copy of your CPD record/Focus Feedback meeting) and a copy of your Training Record. Please also upload the Recommendation for Appointment Form (enclosed with the Job Advert) in the 'Line Managers Approval Form'. The leadership within CTPSE and SEROCU are actively committed to embedding and sustaining an inclusive culture that recognises and champions the diversity of our people, and promotes equity and equality so that everyone can succeed at work. The region is delivering this commitment through a long term strategy that takes a holistic and intersectional approach to wellbeing & inclusion. Our strategy is underpinned by the five strategic objectives; Inclusive Culture - We will create, embed, and continually develop an inclusive culture for our people. Engaged & Involved - We will ensure our people are engaged, involved, and listened to. Wellbeing - We will prioritise the wellbeing of our people. Representation - We will attract, recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce. Inclusive by Design - We will ensure that inclusion is a core principle of our policies, products, and decisions. Our people say that benefits include a good work/life balance, a supportive and welcoming place to work and great opportunities to further develop your own capabilities. If you have any questions about the role, please contact quoting the Job Reference number 21485. If you have applied for this role in the last six months, we respectfully ask that you do not reapply at this current time. We reserve the right to close this vacancy if we receive a high volume of applications. Should you wish to apply for this post, we advise you to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible. Please use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.

This role comes with role-related bonuses for being a motorcycle surveillance officer paying £2,000 per annum. There is a further role-related bonus of £2,000 per annum available for firearms officers should the successful candidate become an Armed Surveillance Motorcyclist in future. The successful candidate will demonstrate;
• Evidence of conducting both mobile and foot surveillance. The mobile aspect will evidence both within a car and upon a motorbike
• Evidence of having completed surveillance logs to a national standard, as well as knowledge of disclosure
• The ability to work under pressure and demonstrate flexibility within your role, with effective team working skills