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Serious and complex crime investigator (integrated degree) (level 6)

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Conduct serious and complex investigation.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
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Knowledge

  • U.K law and other legislation relevant to the organisation and how it supports a serious and complex crime investigation
  • The relevance and purpose of developing hypothesis in a serious and complex crime investigation
  • How to task intelligence analysts
  • The breadth of covert capabilities available to support investigations including surveillance
  • The evidential standards required to prepare and submit serious and complex crime prosecution files to the Crown Prosecution Service and other relevant prosecuting bodies
  • Conflict resolution and the lawful use of force
  • The Police and Criminal Evidence Act in relation to the lawful arrest and interviewing of suspects and witnesses including searching individuals, vehicles, premises and virtual spaces
  • The Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) 1996 and its purpose within a serious and complex crime investigation
  • The diverse nature of the communities within which investigations are conducted. Methods for engaging with a range of communities and managing the impact of law enforcement activity on such communities
  • Crime scene management, forensics and exhibit handling within a serious and complex crime context
  • How advanced technologies can be utilised to progress investigations such as cell site analysis and digital forensic techniques
  • Health and Safety legislation applicable to the investigator's organisation
  • How to effectively manage risk and decision making models
  • How to develop a Victim/Witness strategy including identifying, interviewing and working with differing categories of victims and witnesses
  • The ability to communicate information and ideas appropriately using a variety of methods available. Uses language and style of communication appropriate to the situation and audience. Displays listening, comprehension and understanding skills. Knowledge of how to interpret non-verbal communication cues displayed by suspects and witnesses

Skills

  • Effectively apply relevant legislation to a variety of serious and complex crime investigations
  • Carry out serious and complex crime investigations in line with Authorised Professional Practice (APP) or other policies or guidance relevant to their organisation
  • Evaluate information gathered and develop and test hypothesis to support the investigation of serious and complex crimes
  • Use Intelligence Analysts to support complex investigations through focused tasking
  • Prepare and submit applications to undertake covert operations
  • Prepare and submit crime prosecution files to the Crown Prosecution Service and other legal bodies to ensure successful judicial outcomes
  • Attend at the Magistrate, Youth, Crown or Coroners courts to provide evidence in support of the Crown Prosecution Service or other prosecuting bodies
  • Undertake thorough research to ensure that any arrests and subsequent searches are carried out effectively and lawfully maximising evidence recovery
  • Conduct interviews of suspects in line with approved interviewing techniques to obtain evidence and create fresh lines of enquiry to support investigations
  • Effectively carry out the role of Disclosure Officer within a serious and complex crime investigation to ensure the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) is lawfully complied with
  • Safeguard vulnerable victims and witnesses, and when carrying out interviews apply Achieving Best Evidence principles to gather best evidence. Ensure that special measures are used appropriately to protect vulnerable people
  • Preserve and manage crime scenes whilst also developing forensic strategies to exploit evidential opportunities from available material
  • Utilise advanced technologies effectively so that material and evidence gathering opportunities are maximised
  • Identify operational risks to public, self and colleagues applying health and safety legislation and any other policies and procedures relevant to their organisation to mitigate those risks to enable investigations to continue in a variety of challenging environments. Have an awareness of the importance of prioritising investigative actions in the context of vulnerable victims or dangerous suspects in order to minimise risk and harm
  • Use and apply problem solving techniques to identify issues and propose appropriate solutions in order to ensure that investigations maintain their momentum and progress. Persuade and influence key stakeholders and negotiate to find acceptable solutions
  • Apply investigative decision making to serious and complex crime investigations so that actions are focused and all key decisions are rational and considered

Behaviours

  • Personal Accountability - Demonstrates accountability for overall service delivery, displays commitment and perseverance. Accountable for their own workload and performance, making recommendations and decisions where appropriate. An awareness of methods for managing high volumes of work in order to limit impact on personal health and prevent risk to the investigation and to the public
  • Integrity - Act with a high degree of integrity, common sense and sound judgement following the appropriate Code of Conduct and taking responsibility for maintaining relevant security clearance applicable to their organisation. Their professional behaviour and personal/private profile on, for example, social media must demonstrate the integrity, reliability and trustworthiness expected of staff working in a law enforcement agency. Treat everyone with fairness and respect and adhere to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity and Equality
  • Emotion - Maintains a balance that recognises the concerns of all parties involved in the investigative process. Remains calm, rational and professional under pressure
  • Investigative Mind-set – Using investigative evaluation and developing and testing case theory to understand the material generated throughout the course of the investigation and to assess whether additional material is required to progress the investigation. Encourage creativity and actively seek the ideas and input of others
  • Teamwork and Partnership - Work collaboratively with the public, partners and colleagues. Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve common goals. Adopt a flexible approach to working with others and promote mutual respect
  • Leadership - Act professionally when carrying out daily work, actively encourage and support colleagues. Set goals and high performance standards for self and others. Inspire others by acting as a role model
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Protective services
Qualification level
6
Equal to degree
Course duration
30 months
Maximum funding
£21,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • Detective constable
  • Operations officer
  • Investigator

View more information about Serious and complex crime investigator (integrated degree) (level 6) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.