Transferee Detective Constables

Wiltshire Police; Devizes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Detective Constable to join their team in Wiltshire. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in local communities by preventing crime and promoting safety. With a strong commitment to professional development and inclusivity, the organization provides comprehensive training, employee support networks, and a generous pension scheme. Officers will thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and encourages innovation. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a safer community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working options

Maternity and paternity leave

Occupational Health Unit

Onsite gyms

Employee assistance programme

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Staff support networks

Qualifications

• Must be a current serving Detective Constable in a Home Office Force.
• Eligibility includes passing probation and health checks.

Responsibilities

• Support community safety and crime prevention efforts.
• Build strong relationships with local communities.

Skills

Investigation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Detective Constable Certification

Tools

Vetting Procedures

Occupational Health Checks

Job description

Are you a Detective Constable considering a relocation to Wiltshire?

Transfer to Wiltshire Police and join us in helping keep Wiltshire safe!

Wiltshire Police prides itself on being a supportive and inclusive employer. From comprehensive training and development opportunities to a range of employee support networks, officers can feel valued and supported in their work.

Wiltshire Police are committed to working closely with local communities to prevent crime and promote safety. This means that officers have the opportunity to build strong relationships with the people they serve and make a real difference in their lives.

Key Requirements for Transferees

Eligibility

• Transfer from a Home Office Police Force (including Police Service of Northern Ireland and Police Scotland)
• Be a current serving Detective Constable in a Home Office Force
• Have completed and passed your probationary period
• Pass the necessary vetting and occupational health checks
• Hold a full UK manual driving licence
• Have no outstanding discipline or integrity issues
• Be able to show commitment to achieving high levels of attendance
• Not be a member of the British National Party or similar organisation
• Declare any business interest
• Be able to satisfy tattoo guidelines

Please bear in mind:

• Applicants who have existing county court judgements outstanding against them or who are registered bankrupt and their bankruptcy debts have not been discharged for at least three years will not be considered for appointment.
• Applicants with individual voluntary agreements (IVA) will be looked at on an individual basis.

What happens after I apply?

1. You will receive confirmation of receipt of your application
2. Your application will be reviewed to ensure you are eligible
3. Eligible candidates will be invited to attend a values-based interview
4. If your interview is successful, your application will progress to vetting and medical checks
5. You will be required to attend a medical, uniform, biometrics and fitness appointment
6. We will then contact your line manager and your current Force's HR department for a reference confirming your service dates, vetting, PSD checks and salary details
7. Once appointed, you will be posted onto the next available intake.
8. After starting with Wiltshire Police, you will attend a one-week induction course before starting in your assigned post.

All postings will require the individual to serve at least two years in that role unless organisational demands dictate otherwise or officers are successful with a promotion application.

Wiltshire Police provide support through Positive Action, to all under-represented groups and is a disability confident Leader. We strive to be an employer of choice, with a workforce representative of our diverse communities. We warmly welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender, sex (or gender), employment status.

If you have a disability or health condition that requires adjustments during any element of the selection process, please provide Recruitment with details of the adjustment you would require at the earliest opportunity and if you feel that you would benefit from support in your application, please do not hesitate to contact our Positive Action Team on [e-mail].

Where appropriate we will make adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements and/or the working environment, provided it is reasonable in all the circumstances so to do.

Why Wiltshire Police

Join Us!

• We support professional development, secondment opportunities and career apprenticeships for all employees – continuous learning is key
• We reward excellence through our high-profile reward and recognition scheme and are open to new ideas – we encourage innovation and problem solving
• Generous pension scheme in line with the public sector
• We're a family friendly force - we support flexible and agile working and offer excellent maternity and paternity leave entitlements and shared parental leave
• We celebrate diversity. We were the first police force in the country to achieve Disability Confident Leader status
• Our in-house Occupational Health Unit, strong health and wellbeing culture and Health Assured employee assistance programme
• Active staff support networks, peer support groups and peer supporters
• Generous discounts online and in store with the Blue Light card Welcome to Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest discount service for the emergency services, NHS and armed forces
• We help you keep you active – onsite gyms at Swindon, Devizes, Melksham and Trowbridge and discounted gym membership with Wiltshire Council run leisure centres
• We are introducing quiet spaces across our estate for reflection and prayer