West Midlands Police Government

Investigative Trainer - Police Staff

United Kingdom In person Full-time

Introduction to the Department

The Investigative Training team is responsible for developing and delivering high-quality training that equips officers and staff with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to conduct effective investigations. The team ensures training remains current, operationally relevant and aligned with legislation, College of Policing guidance and professional standards. Working collaboratively across The Force, the department supports continuous professional development, responds to emerging operational priorities and helps maintain high standards of investigative practice, ensuring colleagues are equipped to meet the demands of their role.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced investigative professional to join us as an Investigative Trainer, supporting the design, development and delivery of high-quality investigative training across the Force.

You'll lead on training programmes at PIP 3 level, ensuring learning remains current, operationally relevant and aligned with legislation, College of Policing guidance and professional standards. You'll also work as part of the wider Investigative Training team, supporting a broader portfolio of courses and responding to emerging Force learning needs. This is an opportunity to use your investigative experience in a different way - developing others, sharing your expertise and helping ensure our people have the knowledge, confidence and skills they need to perform effectively.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, deliver and evaluate investigative training programmes at PIP 3 level and above.
  • Maintain current knowledge of relevant legislation, investigative practice, procedures and College of Policing guidance, ensuring learning materials remain accurate and effective.
  • Assess learner performance and competence, providing constructive feedback and development support where required.
  • Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports different learning needs and enables individuals to develop their potential.
  • Maintain competence across a portfolio of investigative courses, providing subject matter expertise and wider trainer resilience.
  • Support the development of learning packages in response to emerging operational priorities and Force requirements.

Full Role Details

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Salary and Shifts

Salary: £38,169.00 - £44,700.00

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00, Onsite.

Selection Process

Online Application and Sift - You will complete an online application form, which will be reviewed against the skills, experience and behaviours required for the role. Closing Date: 1/11/2026, 23:59.

Interviews - Candidates who successfully pass the application stage will be invited to attend an interview and/or assessment. This will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the role. Interview Date: WC 16/11/2026.

Pre-Employment Checks - If you are selected as the preferred candidate, you will be required to successfully complete relevant pre-employment checks before receiving a formal offer. For internal candidates, some checks may not be required. Checks may include:

Vetting Checks - You must successfully complete the required level of Recruitment Vetting and Counter Terrorism Clearance before starting the role. This may include providing information relating to your background and financial history a spart of the vetting process. Click here for more information.

Medical Checks - Appointment to this role is subject to successfully completing medical checks. This may include a drugs, test and where required a fitness assessment and hearing test.

Reference Checks - You will need to provide details covering at least five years of employment, education or other relevant activity history.

We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and reasonable adjustments are available for those who need them.

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