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The purpose of this protocol is to outline the recruitment and selection process for the appointment of new police officers, special constable, officers transferring to Kent from other forces and previous Kent Police officers seeking to re-join Kent Police.

This SOP details the procedures for: the Standards and Duties of a Police Community Support Officer (PSCO). the deployment of Police Community Support Officers.

The purpose of this protocol is to provide guidance on the consideration process for the timely release of officers to take up new appointments. Compliance with this protocol and any governing policy is mandatory.

This policy covers the recruitment, training, deployment and management of the Special Constabulary in Kent.

This protocol underpins our statutory duty to promote equality across all protected groups and our commitment to extend the spirit of that duty to all members of both organisations. This protocol, therefore, applies to all police staff, police officers, the Special Constabulary and volunteers. The principles of this protocol also apply to third parties, e.g. contractors, agencies using either Essex Police or Kent Police premises. This protocol is relevant to Private Finance Initiative (PFI) staff, however, any grievance or discipline protocol involving PFI staff will be dealt with by the PFI provider taking into account any evidence provided by both Essex and Kent Police in respect of an alleged incident and the implications of such matters if proven, will also take into account any requests made by both Essex and Kent Police in respect of sanctions.

This policy details the role, powers and deployment of a Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) in Kent.

Kent Police expects its managers to take positive action to deal with allegations of fraud or corrupt behaviour.

The Children Act 1989, which came into effect on 14 October 1991, creates the legal framework for the care, protection and upbringing of children and the provision of services to them and their families. Section 46 details the powers and responsibilities of police officers taking children into police protection.

This protocol provides guidance to individuals and line managers surrounding the organisational process required in relation to the completion of Performance Development Review (PDR). Performance in relation to this protocol includes the individual’s attendance in the workplace. Compliance with this protocol and any governing policy is mandatory.

Kent Police Community Liaison Officers (CLOs) can offer tactical advice when engaging with the diverse communities.