Police Staff Investigation Officer- (PPU-Coventry)

Overview

The Public Protection Unit has one full time vacancy for a Police Staff Investigations Officer in our Adult Investigation Team based at Willenhall Police Station (Coventry). Since the implementation of Operation Model, Adult Abuse Investigators now deal exclusively with higher risk and intricate domestic abuse cases. You will work within one of the three teams, conducting secondary investigations from handover to conclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, plan and carry out suspect and witness interviews following the appropriate guidelines.
• Take written statements from witnesses in line with guidelines to secure best evidence for criminal proceedings.
• Ensure enquiries are carried out expeditiously in accordance with investigation policy and relevant legislation.
• Secure and preserve best evidence through thorough investigation, which includes:
  • Retrieval, retention and review of CCTV as directed by a supervisor.
  • Conducting house to house enquiries and completing relevant actions as directed by a supervisor.
• Comply with all relevant legislation, e.g. Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996, Data Protection Act 1998, and all rules and guidance including the Major Incident Room Standardised Administrative Procedures where applicable.
• Utilise appropriate ICT systems to research, produce and submit statements, reports and intelligence logs.
• Obtain and secure evidence and exhibits while maintaining integrity, continuity and preventing contamination.
• Research and keep up to date knowledge of current enquiries, attending and contributing to briefings.
• Complete all documentation, including actions and reports, in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare and submit case files of evidence ensuring evidential integrity and working alongside CPS and other relevant agencies.
• Attend court and other hearings, as required, to give evidence.
• Perform any other duties commensurate with the role and band/grade.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must hold a full driver licence required for this role.

Location

This role is based at Willenhall Police Station (Coventry).

Hours of Work and Flexibility

• Working hours and a shift pattern of 3 3 3 (earlies, lates and evenings).
• Allowances include 14.41% weekend allowance and 4.2% unsocial hours allowance.
• Post holder may be required to work outside these hours, including bank holidays and short notice duties.
• Role may require duties on a force wide basis and travel outside the force area when necessary to progress investigations.

Contact

For additional information, please contact Insp. Charly Parkes at .

Selection Process

• Closing date: Thursday 25th June 2026.
• Interview dates: week commencing 7th July 2026.

Vetting

Successful applicants will be required to pass recruitment vetting and counter terrorism clearance scrutiny, including full background and financial disclosure.

Medical

All successful applicants will undergo a medical assessment, which may include a drug or hearing test.

Disability Confident Statement

West Midlands Police is a Disability Confident Leader. All candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview. Where practicable, interview arrangements can be made to ensure equal opportunity.