Vacancy Information
Division/Department - Operations Command
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Rank - Police Constable
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
The Role
The Road Policing Unit (RPU) across Sussex and Surrey is committed to reducing the numbers of people killed and seriously injured on the roads and protecting the Strategic Road Network from disruption, criminality and terrorism.
- You will provide a visible presence by carrying out designated and proactive patrols, Fatal 5 checks and using intelligence and / or ANPR information to deter crime, reassure the community and reduce fear of crime.
- Control the scene of road incidents, including those which may be fatal, serious and life changing, in line with JESIP principles, to support a safe working environment and to preserve evidence.
- Attend, conduct and investigate the primary investigation of road related incidents.
- Use specialist driving skills to provide tactical resolution options for the Force.
- Provide expertise on drink drug driving legislation to support road safety, investigation and prosecution.
Key Responsibilities
To be aware of the relevant casualty reduction sites and be familiar with the specialist equipment and tactics used to promote road safety.
Supporting the NPCC calendar for national initiatives to tackle the Fatal 5
Be familiar with legislation and processes to deal with instances of dangerous, inconsiderate and anti-social driver behaviour.
Aid the detection of crime and gathering evidence in traffic related investigations as well as supporting divisional colleagues.
Have a clear understanding of the reporting and investigating procedures of all collisions as some investigations are retained and investigated within RPU.
Skills & Experience
You must have successfully completed your probationary period.
You must be able to make decisions based upon you own initiative and with minimal supervision and also be able to work as part of a team.
You must display a high level of interpersonal skills and project confidence in the handling of situations.
You must understand that RPU officers have to attend a high proportion of potentially stressful incidents which may include:
Life threatening and fatal collisions and vehicle fires.
Viewing and physical contact with badly injured, dying and dead adults and children.
Dealing with very distressed and agitated victims and offenders
Delivering death messages and information to bereaved next of kin, relatives and friends.
RPU officers must have the ability to acknowledge and recognise such issues as likely sources of stress in their everyday work and must be prepared to address any difficulties promptly with the support of their line manager.
You must display that you are motivated and proactive.
You must be at least a standard response permit holder and pass an advanced check drive before being offered a position.
Successful applicants will be subject to a probationary period within RPU which is normally six months.
Successful applicants will be expected to take on a secondary role of either a Family Liaison Officer (assisting families following a fatal collision) or to become an advanced interviewer.
Contact Details
If you require any further advice or information, please contact: Chief Inspector Karen Coyne on 07720 044747, Surrey Inspector John Lakeman on 07720 052227 or Sussex Inspector Pete Swash on 07912 897412.
We are keen to hear from anyone in an underrepresented group who has concerns which may prevent them from applying. We would like to address those concerns and make the department more inclusive.
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police
Selection Process
This recruitment process will be based on a 4 staged progressive process as follows:
- Application/Paper sift - this will focus on the ‘Code of Ethics’, and ‘Competency values Framework’ , applicants are required to complete a 500 word written declaration within their application form based on the following statement: “Evidence how you have contributed to policing over the last 12 months and how this approach could be of benefit to RPU.”
- Assessment Centre – Candidates will be asked two questions relating to the Competency Values Framework and one operational scenario-based question. Dates for interviews will be between 6th and 31st January 2025
- Check Drive - Candidates will be required to evidence their capability to pass an advanced driving course. Candidates that already hold a current and valid advanced driving permit will not be required to complete and pass this stage.
- Please be aware Talentlink automatically defaults at 1000 words rest assured we only require a 500-word declaration.
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