Suffolk Superintendent Promotion
Suffolk Constabulary are offering a unique opportunity to work with an organisation striving to be the best in everything they do. Working to provide exceptional service to their workforce and the communities that they serve.This role isn’t about ticking boxes or sitting behind a desk but working to change the perception of policing in Suffolk, delivering a service our communities are proud of. The successful candidate will be able to balance problem solving with strategic planning and competent operational delivery whilst providing exceptional service.
As a superintendent your drive and determination will be to improve the constabulary’s service levels and to match the passion showcased by our chief officer team.
What can you expect if you are successful in your application with us?
A progressive workforce committed to being future fit to best represent policing in Suffolk.
Omnicompetent roles and experience – all of our superintendents and chief inspectors have operational, rota, portfolio and project (PM) responsibilities alongside collaborative team management ownership
A chief officer team working together to achieve the best results for our people and communities.
A unique collaboration between Suffolk and Norfolk Constabularies, offering greater personal development and advancement opportunities.
Vacancy Information:
Our chief constable is seeking to appoint a superintendent who will work alongside them to deliver the vision and mission of the constabulary. The successful candidate will work in Suffolk Constabulary, maintaining close contact and working with colleagues from across both Suffolk and Norfolk Constabularies.
We are looking for leaders who uphold and share the highest values with the constabulary; demonstrating these in all that they do and supporting our workforce to fulfil their potential in the best interests of our communities. Suffolk and Norfolk Constabularies are changing. Since embarking on the collaboration between both forces in 2010, the constabularies have delivered an extensive programme of collaborative work and joint units. Whilst the forces have a strong reputation both locally and nationally, both recognise that reform is required to remain relevant and to deliver the vision of providing exceptional service to the people of Suffolk and Norfolk
In Suffolk we tend to hold promotion processes up to and including Superintendent for rank and not role, with posts allocated post processes.
Why choose to work in Suffolk?
Suffolk is a county full of history with a diverse culture and is home to 50 miles of beautiful coastline. In fact, The Suffolk Coast has been voted as one of the ‘Best Places to Live’ with both the Suffolk Coast & Heaths and Dedham Vale being designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. v Beyond the beaches, there's a wide variety of things to see and do, with attractions including magnificent castles such as Framlingham Castle, medieval towns, stately homes, and lush gardens. Suffolk's County Town, Ipswich, is one of the oldest English towns and is home to over 1,500 years of heritage, a host of waterfront bars and pubs, several theatres, and galleries and plenty of shopping opportunities.
Plus, Suffolk has (on average!) 2 hours more sunshine than other parts of the country. What more could you need?
About Us
At Suffolk Police, we are #proudtoserve. We believe that policing is not purely about enforcement, but that as a senior leader your communication skills, compassion, and ability to build relationships are vital.
Our values of Courage; Compassion; Community and Professionalism are built into everything we do at Suffolk Constabulary. Our workforce culture is important to us, and sharing our values is important in ensuring we find and retain the best people.
This will ensure the constabulary continues to focus on being an ever more efficient and resilient organisation, one that is equipped to deal with future challenges, deliver innovative solutions tailored to the circumstances of the county’s diverse communities and is transformational in its approach to promoting public confidence and trust in the services it provides.
What to expect & Key Dates*:
Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage in order:
Applications Open Monday 20th October
Briefing Session (online event) Friday 7th November (PM)
Applications Close - date for completed forms and PDRs to be received by the recruitment team Friday 14th November at 12noon
Application shortlisting W/C 17th November
Stakeholder Panels Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th November
Interview / Assessment with: ACC Alice Scott, D/Chief Supt Jane Topping and Helen Molloy, Director of People Monday 8th & Tuesday 9th December
*Although unlikely, dates may be subject to change