TVP People

Emergency call handler

Get to know emergency call handler, Candice

What inspired you to become an emergency call handler? I always had a passion for helping others, working in care brought out that passion but I wanted something more challenging and more involved. What did your training involve? It was four weeks of classroom training, with trainers that have had first-hand experience in the room. …

A Calling to Serve: DCI Quoc’s Journey into Policing

Becoming a detective is often seen as a calling—a role that demands dedication, resilience, and a passion for justice. For those seeking a challenging yet rewarding career, the path of a detective offers unparalleled opportunities to make a difference. Below, Detective Chief Inspect, Quoc shares his journey into policing, the experiences that shaped his career, …

A Journey of Service: Insights from PC Natalie

For many, a career in policing is more than just a job—it’s a calling. It’s a profession filled with challenges, rewards, and the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives. In this blog, Police Officer Natalie shares her personal reflections on joining the police force, the excitement of daily challenges, and the support …

Policing Reading Festival: an interview with T/DCI Millie

Temporary Detective Chief Inspector (T/DCI) Millie led a team of officers at the Reading festival this year, working hard to ensure festivalgoers were kept safe while they enjoyed the likes of Liam Gallagher, Fred Again, Raye, and Blink 182. Millie joined Thames Valley Police (TVP) eight years ago via Police Now – an entry route into …

Detention Officer

A Day in the Life of a Detention Officer: Challenges and Rewards

Joining Thames Valley Police as a detention officer (DO), Salim now embraces a role filled with both challenges and rewards. In this blog, DO Salim shares insights into his daily experiences, the support he receives, and the rewarding moments that define his career. Tell us a bit about your background (e.g. studies, work experience, family): …

From Aspirations to Action: Jeremy’s transfer story to TVP

Jeremy is an Authorised Firearms Officer (AFO) in the Protection Group at Thames Valley Police (TVP). After starting his policing career with the Met, Jeremy transferred to TVP in 2015, drawn by the force’s reputation. With over 25 years of service, he has found his calling in protecting VIPs and engaging in critical operations, TVP …

Returning Home: Gary’s Journey Back to Thames Valley Police

Gary’s return to Thames Valley Police (TVP) was an unforeseen turn in his career. He had left TVP seeking new policing challenges, but his time away only deepened his desire for engaging with the community and working in a role that resonated with his core values and strengths. Here, Gary reflects on his journey, lessons …

Special Constable

Bringing Life Experience to Policing

Jenny Hill discovered the opportunity to volunteer as a special constable for Thames Valley Police via a work email. She is now contributing valuable life experiences to frontline policing. Discover more about her path.   How long have you volunteered as a special constable, and what convinced you to apply?  Just over two years. We …

Transferring to TVP to realise her potential: Meet Detective Sergeant Maddie

Madeleine DeBuse is a Detective Sergeant within our TVP Digital Investigation and Intelligence team. Maddie, as colleagues call her, started her policing career at TVP, later on joining Surrey Police to continue her journey. When TVP started a new team dedicated to Digital Investigation and Intelligence, she knew transferring back to TVP was the next …