**Please note you do not need to add a CV or covering letter as part of this application**
If working with the community and using skills you already have is something you are interested in, why not apply to join our policing family today? We look for all kinds of skills, because we know it takes all kinds of people to protect the public.
Policing is a career like no other. Our police officers, police staff and volunteers show courage, teamwork and compassion on a daily basis to make a real difference to people’s lives in the communities they serve. If you think you might have the skills to serve, why not apply?
About the role
As a police detective, you will work across an ever-changing criminal landscape. You’ll be part of an increasingly diverse workforce, and develop the skills and knowledge to deal with new and emerging types of crime, such as cybercrime, as well as high-harm offences like domestic abuse or serious sexual offences. It’s a role that offers job stability and huge day to day variety. To be the best we can be, we need to attract the best people. It’s a tough but rewarding job and we’ll work hard to ensure we give you the genuine support you need to succeed. We recognise that only a looked after officer can give the public the best possible protection.
Ensuring our staff and officers are supported at all times is important to us and although policing is tough it is very rewarding, and we will give you all the support you need to succeed.