Transferee- Detective Sergeant CID

Avon and Somerset Police; Portishead Point; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Leadership training

Specialist resources

Onboarding programme

Career pathways

Welfare network

Relocation allowance

Job summary

Avon and Somerset Police is seeking experienced Detective Sergeants to join the Specialist Directorate (CID). As a 2-pip DS, you will lead high-performing investigation teams tackling serious and complex crime, safeguarding the vulnerable, and securing justice for our communities.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking, supportive force.

Qualifications

• Substantive Detective Sergeant rank (or eligible for promotion or transfer).
• Extensive experience in serious and complex investigations.
• Confident decision-maker with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Committed to protecting communities and safeguarding the vulnerable.

Responsibilities

• Lead serious and complex criminal investigations with integrity, quality, and victim focus.
• Manage and develop a team of investigators, providing strong leadership and welfare support.
• Deliver proactive investigative strategies that disrupt criminal activity.
• Build effective partnerships with victims, communities, and partners.
• Drive high professional standards across investigations and team.

Skills

Leadership

Investigations

Decision making

Communication

Inclusive leadership

Job description

Rank Sergeant

Grade/scale PS

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

What We Offer:

At Avon and Somerset Police, we are proud to invest in our people. As a valued Detective Sergeant, you will benefit from:

• Competitive salary plus allowances
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• Access to specialist operational resources and support
• A clear, structured onboarding and induction programme
• Career pathways across specialist, leadership, and complex investigation roles
• A strong welfare support network
• A force committed to inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement If you are relocating from outside of the force area, you may be eligible for a relocation allowance of up to £8000.

Shape the Future of Specialist Investigations

We are seeking experienced and dedicated substantive Detective Sergeants to join our Specialist Directorate (CID). As a 2-pip DS, you will lead high-performing investigation teams tackling serious and complex crime, safeguarding the vulnerable, and securing justice for our communities.

This is your opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking, supportive force.

About the Role:

As a Detective Sergeant in CID, you will:

• Lead serious and complex criminal investigations with integrity, quality, and victim focus
• Manage and develop a team of investigators, providing strong leadership and welfare support
• Deliver proactive investigative strategies that disrupt criminal activity
• Build effective partnerships with victims, communities, and partners
• Drive high professional standards across your investigations and team

What We Are Looking For:

We want outstanding leaders who:

• Hold substantive Detective Sergeant rank (or are eligible for promotion or confirmed transfer)
• Have extensive experience in serious and complex investigations
• Are confident decision-makers, effective communicators, and inclusive leaders
• Are passionate about protecting communities and safeguarding the vulnerable
• Are committed to innovation, professional standards, and continuous development

Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step in your investigative career. We look forward to meeting you!

About us

A pension that grows with you, whatever stage you’re at

Alongside your salary, you’ll be enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered by Peninsula Pensions. This is a high-quality defined benefit pension, providing a secure, inflation‑linked income for life, based on your earnings and length of service.

If you’re early in your career, it’s a valuable way to start building long‑term financial security from day one, with employer contributions that significantly boost the value of every pound you pay in.

If you’re more experienced, the scheme offers a level of certainty and stability that is now rare, helping you plan confidently for the future with predictive retirement income and benefits for your dependants.

Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset. We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.

Important information before you commence an application (for external applicants)

You will require the following detail to complete this application form:

• National Insurance Number
• Address information including proof
• Referee information
• Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained
• Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have

If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving licence including photos.

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