Detective Constable - Protecting Vulnerable Persons Unit (PVP)

Looking to take the next step in your policing career or bring your investigative expertise to a new environment? Lincolnshire Police could be your next opportunity.

We’re currently inviting applications from substantive Detective Constables to join our Protecting Vulnerable Persons (PVP) Investigations Unit—a specialist team at the heart of safeguarding and serious crime investigations in our communities. This is your chance to become part of a modern, progressive force that values development, supports progression, and embraces new ways of working.

Our Protecting Vulnerable Persons (PVP) teams are based at Lincoln, Grantham, Skegness, and Boston stations, with current vacancies available in both Grantham and Lincoln.

To be considered for our next intake commencing in November 2025 , please submit your application by 31 July 2025.

As a Detective within our PVP Unit, you will play a vital role in delivering PIP2-level investigations into some of the most complex and sensitive areas of policing—including serious sexual offences, child abuse, neglect, child sexual exploitation, and offences involving vulnerable adults. Working as part of a dynamic team within our investigation hubs, you'll contribute to preventing harm and protecting those most at risk, while driving cases through the criminal justice process.

To apply, candidates must already hold PIP2 accreditation and be ready to make an impact from day one.

We welcome your experience, your insight, and your commitment to making a difference. Let’s move forward—together.

A force that’s honest about our reality—and proud of our people.

At Lincolnshire Police, we don’t shy away from the challenges we face. As our Chief Constable has outlined, we are operating in a financially constrained environment and are currently in the ‘Engage’ phase of enhanced monitoring following our latest HMICFRS inspection. We're addressing a projected £19 million budget deficit by 2027/28, and we know this requires focus, resilience, and collective determination.

But with clear leadership, a commitment to improvement, and a team that truly pulls together, we continue to deliver for our communities. We believe that experienced officers from other forces bring vital insight, energy, and innovation to help us move forward. You could be part of that.

To support a smooth transition into Lincolnshire Police, we are pleased to offer a Transferring Officer Relocation Expenses Package for eligible applicants. This package allows transferees to claim up to £8,000 towards the costs associated with relocating to Lincolnshire.