Transferee- Detective Sergeant CID

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 TalentTransferees@avonandsomerset.police.uk

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