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The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) employs more than 44,000 officers and Staff, plus thousands of volunteers and provides policing to one of the most diverse capital cities in the world.

The service provides policing to the 32 London Boroughs as well as a number of other local, national and international functions such as counter terrorism and organised crime prevention. As the country’s largest police service, the service is recognised internationally as a leader in fighting crime and many other policing organisations look to the MPS for best practice and guidance.

We are looking to recruit students for a 52 week student placement with the Metropolitan Police Service. All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

All roles will give students valuable insight and experience of working for one of the largest public organisations in the UK and the largest single employer in London. The role is a substantive post and we seek to provide valuable practical experience wherever our students work.

The National Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) Operational Development Unit (ODU) is a dedicated team of personnel responsible for the strategic management of Learning, Training and Exercising (LTE) within the Counter Terrorism Policing Network across the United Kingdom.

Background

Counter Terrorism Policing is a collaboration of UK police forces working with the UK intelligence community to help protect the public and our national security by preventing, deterring and investigating terrorist activity.

We do this by working in local to global partnerships, from policing teams on the beat and on the streets; supported by a national network of specialist officers and staff across the UK, to our investigators and expert advisors in every corner of the world.

Sadly, as we have seen, terrorist attacks can happen at any time or place without warning. And as the threat continues to evolve, then so must we. The challenges we face are not only in person, they are also online and in the shadows. We are dedicated to making the best of our resources, and often unique skills, working with technical experts, digital innovators and world-renowned investigators.

Most of what we achieve may never see the light of day, but be assured that we have the very best and brightest working around the clock in an effort to keep us all safe. These ordinary men and women do extraordinary things thwart terrorist planning; to safeguard those who are at risk of radicalisation; to protect our critical national infrastructure, institutions and crowded places, and to pursue and bring terrorists to justice.

Key responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the development of and ultimately being part of CTP ODU’s capability to design, build and deliver national immersive and interactive digital LTE products and events across Counter Terrorism Policing, multi-agency partners and external organisations.

The role will be required to liaise with CTP Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and National leads in the commissioning and identification of strategic objectives for new digital Organisational Learning, Training and Exercising (LTE) products and events
The post holder will be required to consider the technical and environmental complexities of creating and delivering innovative and immersive digital LTE products and events, identifying constraints, limitations and advising on the art of the possible to strategic seniors.
As a national role the post holder is afforded autonomy and accountability in respect of the effective design, creation and delivery of digital LTE products and events.
The post holder will be responsible for the creation of innovative, immersive and interactive digital exercises that test operational plans, processes and e-learning training products, utilising a hybrid approach where appropriate. Using video editing and e-learning software the products will remain operationally accurate and relevant through on-going liaison with national Subject Matter Experts (SME).
The post holder will be responsible for the development and co-ordination of innovative and interactive events that showcase digital LTE products such as major incident exercises, national CT training courses and national operational debriefs. These events will be on-line, in-person or both in a hybrid approach.
The role will be required to conduct briefings and chair planning meetings with key stakeholders at a Strategic, Tactical and Operational level and providing a framework for the strategic objectives of the digital LTE product and event to be achieved. Progress briefings will also be required with CTP SLT and those commissioning the product or event.
The post holder will be responsible for coordinating the involvement of other CTP functions or external partners (HMG, MoD and wider multi-agency partners) to perform certain tasks related to the strategic objectives.
On a day to day basis the role will be responsible for liaising with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical, environmental and logistical problems during the design and build of digital LTE products and events.
The post holder will be responsible effective co-ordination and/or the facilitation of digital LTE events, ensuring briefings are provided and that real time technical, environmental, logistical and welfare issues are resolved for the event to achieve its strategic objectives.
The post holder will be responsible for the matrix-management of resources from regionally based LTE teams for the regional delivery of digital LTE events.
The post holders will be responsible for exploring new technologies, immersive and interactive delivery methods (Virtual, Augmented or simulated) along with potential collaboration opportunities for digital LTE products and events. Briefing and advising SLT on potential opportunities with associated costs and benefits on a regular basis.
The post holder will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of new technologies and immersive delivery methods (Virtual, Augmented or simulated) and will be a point of contact for CTPHQ IT and any 3rd party providers.

About you

Must be an undergraduate student in a sandwich year course returning to study in Autumn 2025.

Essential

Post holders will be required to display and evidence:

Highly skilled and knowledgeable in video and audio editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro or similar)
Experienced at using Adobe Creative Cloud applications especially, After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop or similar products
Demonstrate a creative approach to visual storyboarding with a proven track record of creating high quality and innovative content
Demonstrate versatility in designing and delivering events and/or training in different technical and physical environments (online/in-person)
Competence in Media storage/organisation and media compatibility
Strong project management, planning and organisational skills to identify and consistently meet objectives
Be proficient and knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Office and Video conferencing applications
Possess strong and effective inter-personal skills

Desirable

Experience of working with Learning Management Systems/Organisational Learning Systems
A technical understanding of camera and audio equipment
Experience of working with Learning Management Systems or Organisational Learning Systems
Previous experience of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and simulated environments
A recognised training qualification (Level 3 Award in Education & Training) or equivalent training experience
Willing to Facilitate Organisational Learning, Training and Exercising events
Understanding of Counter Terrorism Policing and the CONTEST strategy
Experience of working at a National and Regional level
Experience of working with legislation and national bodies

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) level before taking up the post; with a willingness to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) once in post, if required.

Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties.

For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.

Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post.

Our employee commitments

Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”.

Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve. As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’.

Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, and including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer the Met have committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations

How to apply

To apply, please visit our website. Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement and online application form.

Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).

Completed applications must be submitted by 30th November 2023.

Disability confident statement

The Met is committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority groups and females.

As a Disability Confident employer, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

If you consider yourself to have access, workplace or reasonable adjustment requirements that need to be accommodated, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence and will not affect any recruitment decisions.

Digital LTE Assistant (Counter Terrorism Policing) Placement West Midlands 2024