Dorset Police
Victim and Witness Care Officer
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Salary £27,204 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,859 per annum + Excellent Benefits including Government Pension
Location: Bournemouth Police Station
Type of employment: Fixed Term/internal secondment until 30/07/2027
Closing Date: 10/07/2026, 12:00.
Hours 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:
Join the Victim & Witness Care Unit (VWCU)
Full-Time Opportunities Available
Are you passionate about making a real difference to people at some of the most challenging times in their lives?
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals to join the Victim & Witness Care Unit (VWCU)—a key part of the Criminal Justice Unit, working at the very heart of supporting victims and witnesses as cases progress through the courts.
Vacancies Available:
1 x Full-Time 12-Month Secondment Opportunity
About the Role
As part of the VWCU, you will play a vital role in ensuring victims and witnesses are supported, informed, and empowered throughout the criminal justice process. You will act as a single point of contact, providing timely updates, guidance, and reassurance from charge through to court outcomes.
This is a fast-paced, rewarding role where your work will directly contribute to improving victim experience and confidence in the justice system.
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What We’re Looking For
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are passionate about delivering high-quality service to victims and witnesses
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Can manage workloads effectively in a busy environment
- Are adaptable and open to new ways of working
- Work well as part of a supportive and collaborative team
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a vibrant, dedicated, and supportive team
- Play a key role in delivering victim-focused justice
- Gain valuable experience within the Criminal Justice system
- Contribute to a unit that is continually evolving and improving
Our Team
The VWCU is a dynamic and forward-thinking unit, committed to putting victims first. You’ll be joining a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and resilience. Working together to make a meaningful difference every day.
If you are looking for a role where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you.
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:
Hiring Line Manager: Andrew BEST - Victim and Witness Care Manager Email Address: Andrew.Best@dorset.pnn.police.uk
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What you get if you join us:
If you work for us, you will get access to:
- A competitive salary with yearly increments.
- Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
- Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5).
- Company sick pay.
- Competitive local government pension scheme.
- Job related equipment supplied, as required.
- Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
- Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
- Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
- Development and training opportunities available.
- Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
- Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
- Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan).
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