HOLMES Indexer (FolkestoneSmarter Working)

Location of Role: Folkestone

Advert Closing Date: 29/10/2025

Starting Salary: 25809.00(pro-rata for part-time vacancies)

Part/Full Time:Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri

Weekend/Evening Working: No

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to undertake the role of HOLMES indexer to work within the Major Crime Department at Folkestone.

This is a challenging role that requires the successful candidate to undertake research index and provide effective administrative support utilising a number of applications in support to Major Investigations. You will be responsible for providing effective administrative support to Major Investigations using HOLMES 2 (Home Office Large Major Enquiry System) and other systems in accordance with Force and National policy. You will work closely in support of the investigators in relation to Major Crime within Kent.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience of computer literacy being methodical have excellent organisational time management and communication skills. It is essential you are an enthusiastic team player assertive professional and able to work with minimal supervision within a confidential environment.

As a HOLMES Indexer you will:

• Research index and manage documentation related to major investigations.
• Provide essential administrative support to the Major Investigation Team.
• Work closely with Investigating Officers to assist in file preparation and ensure critical information is accuratelrecorded and accessible.
• Contribute to the smooth running of investigations by maintaining high standards of data integrity and task management.
  
  

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• A professional approach to teamwork and collaboration.
  

Desirable Skills:

• Competency in the use of Force systems such as PNC Athena and STORM is highly desirable.

This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in supporting high-profile investigations that have a real impact on public safety and justice. 

Youll be part of a committed team working in a fast-paced professional environment with opportunities for development and training.

You may be required to travel to and work at other locations due to operational needs. If you have any queries about this opportunity please contact Joanna Burden  

The role will offer flexibility in terms of place of work including home working. The extent of flexibility will be agreed through individual assessment with the line manager to assess operational requirements and individuals suitability for home working.

Kent Police offer incremental increases within this salary band therefore the salary for this position will rise to a maximum of29424.00.

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If youre not from the UK you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain. If youre from the UK you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesnt apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.