Domestic Abuse Virtual Response Unit (DAVRU) - Investigator
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,613 to £35,772 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Weekend Working Weekend Working Shift Percentage 8.47% |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 January 2026 |
| Location: | Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Dyfed-Powys Police |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Force
Dyfed Powys Police
Role Type
Police Staff
Business area / Department
Criminal Justice & Custody
Location
Headquarters
Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational
Fixed
Grade
E
Salary
£32,613 - £35,772
Allowances
Weekend Working
Weekend Working Shift Percentage
8.47
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37
Type of Contract
Permanent
Level of Welsh language ability required?
1
Interview Date
11 February 2026
Closing Date
22/01/2026, 23:55
Job Advert Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Domestic Abuse Virtual Response Unit (DAVRU) - Investigator in Criminal Justice and Custody.
What you will be doing?
To provide a remote service to victims of domestic abuse, utilising video calling software to provide specialist and effective service and support. Assessing risk to victims and conducting initial investigative enquiries, maximising investigative and safeguarding opportunities by securing evidence early.
If you think you have the skills and passion for this role, please click the attachment below to view the role profile. If you think this is the role for you, please complete an application, evidencing against the required attainments (usually found on the last page of the role profile).
Please also refer to the candidate guidance link below which provides more detail on how to complete your application.
https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf
What can you expect?
All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
Pension scheme
Staff Support Networks
Flexible working opportunities
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions
All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.
Please note for any part time vacancies, the salary will be pro rata.
Diversity and Welsh language
Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.
We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.
Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.
We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Information point:
If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: recruitment@dyfed-powys.police.uk
Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am – 11:30am here.
Dyfed Powys Police
Role Type
Police Staff
Business area / Department
Criminal Justice & Custody
Location
Headquarters
Agile/Fixed/Fixed Operational
Fixed
Grade
E
Salary
£32,613 - £35,772
Allowances
Weekend Working
Weekend Working Shift Percentage
8.47
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37
Type of Contract
Permanent
Level of Welsh language ability required?
1
Interview Date
11 February 2026
Closing Date
22/01/2026, 23:55
Job Advert Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Domestic Abuse Virtual Response Unit (DAVRU) - Investigator in Criminal Justice and Custody.
What you will be doing?
To provide a remote service to victims of domestic abuse, utilising video calling software to provide specialist and effective service and support. Assessing risk to victims and conducting initial investigative enquiries, maximising investigative and safeguarding opportunities by securing evidence early.
If you think you have the skills and passion for this role, please click the attachment below to view the role profile. If you think this is the role for you, please complete an application, evidencing against the required attainments (usually found on the last page of the role profile).
Please also refer to the candidate guidance link below which provides more detail on how to complete your application.
https://www.dyfed-powys.police.uk/SysSiteAssets/media/downloads/dyfed-powys/careers/guidance-Documents/police-staff-attainments-english.pdf
What can you expect?
All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
Pension scheme
Staff Support Networks
Flexible working opportunities
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions
All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.
Please note for any part time vacancies, the salary will be pro rata.
Diversity and Welsh language
Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.
We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.
Find out if you’re eligible for Positive Action here.
We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Information point:
If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: recruitment@dyfed-powys.police.uk
Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am – 11:30am here.