Chief Superintendent Promotion Board

Nottinghamshire Police; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Police is seeking a dynamic Chief Superintendent to lead at a critical level, driving performance, organisational improvement and operational excellence. You will guide large, complex policing areas, delivering our vision to cut crime, keep people safe and build public confidence while championing innovation and inclusion.

Applications are invited from substantive Chief Superintendents and Superintendents on promotion, and completion of the Police Leadership Programme Stage 4 is

Qualifications

• Applicants must have completed the Police Leadership Programme Stage 4.

Responsibilities

• Lead large and complex areas of policing to drive performance and public safety.
• Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to tackle crime, protect vulnerable people and enhance public confidence.

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Nottinghamshire Police is seeking to appoint a dynamic, innovative and inspirational Chief Superintendent to lead at a critical level within our organisation.

As a visible and values-driven leader, you will lead large and complex areas of policing, driving performance, organisational improvement and operational excellence. You will play a key role in delivering our vision to cut crime, keep people safe and build public confidence across Nottinghamshire.

We are looking for an exceptional leader with a proven track record of strategic and operational leadership, capable of leading high-performing teams, managing risk and resources effectively, and delivering outstanding outcomes for our communities. You will work closely with partners and stakeholders to tackle crime, protect vulnerable people and enhance public safety, while championing innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.

You will embody Nottinghamshire Police's PROUD values and provide authentic, ethical leadership, promoting wellbeing, diversity and professional standards across your areas of responsibility.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and ambitious policing leader to make a significant contribution to the future success of Nottinghamshire Police.

Applications are invited from substantive Chief Superintendents and Superintendents on promotion (or equivalent ranks). All candidates must have completed the Police Leadership Programme Stage 4.

Applications open on Wednesday 2 nd September 2026 and the closing date for application submission is Wednesday 23 rd September 2026 at 2359 hours.

Shortlisting results will be communicated by Friday 25 th September 2026.

All candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be invited to a People Panel which will be held at Nottinghamshire Police Headquarters on Monday 28 th September 2026.

Executive Interviews, including a pre-prepared presentation, will take place between Tuesday 29 th and Wednesday 30 th September 2026 at Nottinghamshire Police Headquarters. Presentation topic will be provided following shortlisting.

Please note that applications and subsequent interviews will be based on the Competency and Values Framework (CVF) and Code of Ethics. Further information regarding the DCC profile can be found using the following link

The appointment will be subject to vetting and medical clearances.

Our Chief Constable is committed to running a fair and open process and welcomes external candidate to apply.