Police Staff Investigator (Designated) Operation Beaconport

About this role

Avon and Somerset Police is seeking two Police Staff Investigators to join a dedicated team supporting Operation Beaconport.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the review and reinvestigation of non-recent child sexual abuse and exploitation cases. Working alongside specialist investigators and safeguarding professionals, you will play a critical role in identifying investigative opportunities, engaging with and supporting victim survivors, and ensuring that previous investigations are reviewed thoroughly and professionally.

Successful applicants will undertake case reviews, assess evidential opportunities, support ongoing investigations, and act as a key point of contact for victims, helping to build trust, provide information, and support engagement with the investigative and criminal justice process.

We are looking for individuals who can integrate into an established team, work independently, and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a victim-centred approach to all aspects of their work. This may include collaborating with support services, safeguarding teams, and other professionals.

This is a fixed-term contract for 18 months, established to meet anticipated short-term increases in Operation Beaconport demand.

Operation Beaconport was established following Baroness Casey’s 2025 review into group‑based child sexual exploitation which identified long‑standing issues in how these cases were understood, prioritised and investigated nationally. The aim of the operation is to improve how policing responds now and, in the future, and reflects a shared determination to learn, support victims more effectively, and continue strengthening public confidence in policing.

Victims and survivors are at the heart of the operation, which aims to:

restore public trust and confidence in policing responses to child sexual abuse and exploitation.

ensure victims and survivors have choice, control, safety and access to support

learn from past failures and reduce future harm

treat group-based child sexual abuse as serious and organised crime, where appropriate

Skills and Experience Required

Previous experience conducting or reviewing criminal investigations.

Experience working with vulnerable victims and witnesses.

Experience of managing complex case files and evidential material.

Ability to analyse large volumes of information and identify investigative opportunities.

Strong report writing and case review skills.

Understanding of criminal justice processes and evidential standards.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to handle sensitive and distressing material professionally.

Ability to prioritise workload, work independently, and meet deadlines.

Competent use of police information systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

Due to current operational requirements, candidates who already hold and can demonstrate competence in PIP1 will be at an advantage. Where candidates meet the essential requirements of the role, possession of this skill may be taken into account when determining suitability and deployment against current service needs.

Successful candidates must be able to travel throughout the force and regional area as required, either by holding a full, current driving licence or by using suitable alternative transport arrangements.

This role is based at Kenneth Steele House in Bristol City Centre and is fully office-based, with attendance required on site five days per week.

About us

Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset.

We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.

We are on a journey to become the most inclusive police force in the country.

Find out more about our benefits and culture

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Important information before you commence an application (for external applicants)

You will require the following detail to complete this application form:

National Insurance Number

Identification Detail e.g. passport

Address information including proof

Referee information

Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained

Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have

If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving licence including photos.

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