Victim and Witness Care Officer

Salary: £27,204 rising to £29,859 per annum + Excellent Benefits including Government PensionLocation: Bournemouth Police Station (OC)Closing Date: 5 January 2026 , MiddayHours per week: this role is 37 hours per week. However, we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and we are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.About the role:To provide a single point of contact (SPOC) for victims and witnesses ensuring a professional, and seamless support service from the first point of contact through to the conclusion of an investigation and outcome at court.To manage and engage with victims and witnesses throughout the investigation at key stages in line with the Victims Code of Practice (VCoP), identifying those victims entitled to an enhanced service. To Facilitate liaison between victims and witnesses, Dorset Police, Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), His Majesty’s Court Tribunal Service (HMCTS) and support agencies to ensure effective trials.To maintain performance and timeliness in line with both local and national standards are consistently met and complied with, in line with the Victims and Prisoners Bill and VCoP.For further information, please see attached Job description.This is a temporary opportunity until the 30 July 2027.Want to know more about this role?Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to the vacancy on our website for further information about the role including the role profile. For a conversation regarding the role, once you have viewed the full details on our website, please contact please contact: Hiring Line Manager: Andrew BESTHiring Line Manager Position: Victim and Witness Care ManagerHiring Line Manager Email Address:

Created: 2025-12-16