In this new and exciting role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team who develop and implement operational communication strategies and activities across Thames Valley Police, which help fight crime, serve victims, and build trust and confidence in our force. As part of the Thames Valley Police family, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 30 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part-time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities, and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.
If you have any queries, please contact the Recruitment Team quoting reference 1112. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 9 February 2025.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP), we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member, or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed, and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities.
Working Smart: You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era, this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You: Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we'll be supporting you via a wide range of wellbeing services, partnerships, and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values but finds strength in difference.
We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.
Developing You: We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity and responsibility to achieve their full potential.
Vetting: All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
The successful candidate will be educated to degree level, and/or have a professional qualification in communications, public relations, media, or equivalent experience. You will have proven experience of working in communications roles across internal and external communications with a proven track record of delivering impactful communications and strong crisis communications skills. You will have strong interpersonal communication skills along with political awareness and have the ability to build effective relationships in order to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
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