Communications Assistant
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
17/03/2024, 23:55
From murders to burglary crime prevention campaigns, no two days are ever the same working in Cambridgeshire Constabulary’s Corporate Communications team. You will gain a fascinating insight into the varied and complex world of policing and play a vital role in protecting the vulnerable and attacking criminality.
This role would suit a communications specialist seeking a challenging and varied role which incorporates social media relations with the public, campaign planning, media liaison and internal communications.
The successful applicant will be working alongside the senior communications officer for the south of the county, covering Huntingdon, Cambridge, Ely and South Cambs, with a specific focus on local policing. They will deliver targeted communications and engagement activity to local communities which communicates and consults with the public on force priorities, finds communications solutions to support emerging local issues, highlights force visibility, communicates specifically on crime prevention work and supports the public to take steps to stay safe and reduce risk of crime.
Those interested in the role will require:
• At least 12 months communications experience
• Experience of working on digital communications for an organisation or campaign
• Excellent writing skills – able to write in concise, error-free English, with good attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills – able to articulate clearly, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of people at all levels
• Demonstrated interest in digital media and communications
• Ability to work well in a team, but also able to work independently
• Administrative skills and a methodical approach to handling tasks and meeting deadlines
• Two A-levels or equivalent
• Experience of the following software is desirable: Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
• A full, clean, current driving licence is desirable
• Ability to work under pressure and outside normal working hours when required
This role would suit a communications professional who wants to use their skills to make a genuine difference to people’s lives.
We are committed to creating innovative communications that support our policing priorities and see real results. Our campaigns have won national awards and the team are given creative freedom to deliver campaigns and communications activity.
Personal training and development are taken very seriously and we invest in the progression of our staff.
The role is based at Police HQ in Huntingdon but you will be required to travel within the county, in particular across the south of the county.
All internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period to apply for this role.
Internal applicants within Cambridgeshire Constabulary, should upload either a CV or provide relevant skills, experiences and qualifications on Word/PDF document.
This vacancy is live to those at risk of redundancy and will remain open to redeployees until the conditional offer stage throughout the recruitment process. Redeployees will take priority over other applicants at any point during the recruitment process up until conditional offer. If a redeployee is successful and accepts an offer, they will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.
As a Disability Confident leader, we take personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish. If you have a disability and you meet the minimum criteria for the position you are applying for, you will be entitled to an interview under the ‘Offer an Interview Scheme’.
It is recommended that you download and store a copy of the role profile as this will no longer be available once the advert has closed.
To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.
Why work for Cambridgeshire Constabulary?
We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.
Benefits include:
• Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.
• Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).
• Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Carers and discretionary leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).
• Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).
• Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.
• Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains.
• Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation).
• The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts.
• Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
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Flexible Working
All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Useful information before you commence an application
You will require the following detail to complete this application form:
- National Insurance Number
- Identification Detail e.g. passport
- Address information including proof
- Referee information
- Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained.
You will also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have.
If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving license including photos.
This advert is closed to applications.
