Transferee- Detective Sergeant CID

Avon and Somerset Police


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Portishead, England
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

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

Next Steps

Interested in learning more? Join us for our dedicated Q&A event on Thursday 22nd May at 18:30, where you can meet the team, ask questions and discover what it's really like to work at Avon and Somerset Police.

Sign up by emailing [email protected]

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