At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Professional Standards Department in managing conduct referrals and decision-making.
- Company: Cambridgeshire Constabulary, committed to professionalism and integrity.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, supportive environment, and a chance to uphold high professional standards.
- Other info: Agile working options available, fostering a collaborative culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on police conduct and contribute to community trust.
- Qualifications: Experience in a Professional Standards Department and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 48309 - 48309 £ per year.
Contract: Fixed Term (9 months), Part Time, 22 hours per week
Grade: MB1
Salary: £48,309 (pro rata)
Location: Tempsford, Bedfordshire – Agile Working available
Essential requirements:
- Must meet nationality and residency criteria for National Security Vetting (NSV) and have resided continuously in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years, including the 2 immediately preceding years.
About the Role
An Appropriate Authority within the Professional Standards Department (PSD) will support the PSD Senior Leadership Team in assessing and managing conduct referrals relating to Police Officers and Police Staff. The successful candidate will help ensure proportionate, timely, and effective decision-making and enable appropriate investigative outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess conduct notifications and determine appropriate case management.
- Complete severity assessments in line with relevant regulations.
- Deliver final determinations at the conclusion of conduct investigations.
- Exercise delegated Appropriate Authority decision‑making for cases below the misconduct threshold.
- Gather and analyse information from multiple sources to inform evidence‑based decisions.
- Collaborate with senior leaders across BCH to support professional standards and organisational integrity.
About You
- Proven and recent experience within a Professional Standards Department (PSD) environment.
- Strong knowledge and application of conduct regulations.
- Completion of appropriate training for the Appropriate Authority role.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, able to assess complex information and reach balanced conclusions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience building effective professional relationships at a senior level.
- Clear commitment to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Behaviour, leading by example with professionalism and integrity.
What We Offer
- Flexible, agile working (home and office‑based).
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to the highest standards of professionalism across BCH.
Contact DCI Leigh Allman – leigh.allman@cambs.police.uk – 07711 038997
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
Contact Details:
Cambridgeshire Constabulary Recruitment Team
