Job Description

Join Police Digital Service as a TecSAFE Manager - 2 Vacancies. FT - Permanent. Starting salary 69,000

About this role:

TecSAFE is a covert technical solution, delivered by a small team within PDS, which assists the Police to safeguard vulnerable individuals across all communities.


The service was first established over 13 years ago and is now live in 38 UK police forces. During that time nearly 32,000 users have benefitted from the service. TecSAFE continues to develop and explore new opportunities through technology.


The service is provided on a 'not-for-profit' basis and is delivered to police forces by a small team of experienced managers

Our Values are:

We value People We do the right thing We are innovative We are one Team We are proud and passionate

You can find out more here:

Benefits - Police Digital Service (pds.police.uk)

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with various police departments, particularly Control Rooms and Public Protection Units Delivering training on the service to operational officers Liaising with local MARAC's and other multi-agency partners Assisting with out-of-hours on call - currently one week in every 3 Managing and overseeing delivery of the service within their Force portfolio Leading and or assisting with the development of new products Seeking opportunities to further expand the roll-out of the project Engaging with key senior leaders within Policing and partner agencies Managing and overseeing delivery of the service within their Force portfolio Seeking opportunities to further expand the roll-out of the project Engaging with Suppliers and wider stakeholders Working to VAWG principles to safeguard those most vulnerable in our communities

What you need to succeed in the role

Previous experience of working in or with the police service at a senior level. Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives. Proven ability to influence at a senior leave within the Police service and partner agencies. Familiarity with current domestic abuse legislation and procedures Proven ability to operate at both strategic and operational level. A track record of successful project management Excellent communication and influencing skills (written and verbal) Excellent presentation skills Good interpersonal skills The ability to work unsupervised Previous experience of partnership working Creative and innovative in all areas of work Full driving licence and access to a vehicle

Diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to equal opportunities for all and will not discriminate on any grounds. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible span of experience. All applicants will be considered without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, nationality, neurodiversity or disability status.

Working Arrangements

This is a remote role.

Although detailed as a full time job will be 4.5 days a week to align with other TecSAFE colleagues and ensuring the on call demand is met.

The successful applicant(s) will be based at their home address, but likely to involve responsibility for liaison with Police Forces in the London/ Southeast and Midlands/ Southwest. The role will involve travel and may require occasional overnight stays.