Victim and Witness Care Officer in Bournemouth

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Salary: £27,204 rising to £29,859 per annum + Excellent Benefits including Government Pension

Location: Bournemouth Police Station (OC)

Closing Date: 5 January 2026, Midday

Hours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. We welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.

About the role:

To provide a single point of contact (SPOC) for victims and witnesses ensuring a professional, and seamless support service from the first point of contact through to the conclusion of an investigation and outcome at court.

To manage and engage with victims and witnesses throughout the investigation at key stages in line with the Victims Code of Practice (VCoP), identifying those victims entitled to an enhanced service. Facilitate liaison between victims and witnesses, Dorset Police, Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), His Majesty’s Court Tribunal Service (HMCTS) and support agencies to ensure effective trials.

To maintain performance and timeliness in line with both local and national standards, consistently met and complied with, in line with the Victims and Prisoners Bill and VCoP.

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Contact Information:

Hiring Line Manager Position: Victim and Witness Care Manager

Job Details:

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Law Enforcement

This is a temporary opportunity until 30 July 2027.

To apply, click the \’Apply\’ button on the vacancy website. For a conversation regarding the role, once you have viewed the full details, contact the Hiring Line Manager.