Inspector Promotion 2026 | Transferring Officers
Cleveland Police are embarking on a process to select officers to join our ranks and opportunities are now open for transferees seeking to join Cleveland Police on promotion from suitably qualified substantive Sergeants seeking promotion to the next rank and from substantive Inspectors seeking lateral transfer at rank.The Chief’s mission for the Force is:
Protect People
Protect Communities
Tackle Criminals
Be the Best we can be
Candidates will need to show:
An ability to understand the challenges faced by our communities in order to deliver truly victim focused services.
Personal commitment, high professional and ethical standards and a real desire to make a difference to the communities we serve.
Ethical leadership that underpins and delivers on the force values of Respect and Empathy, Courage and Public Service.
Personal commitment to valuing equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Knowledge and experience acquired within a range of policing disciplines.
An ability to deal with change whilst continuing to deliver an outstanding service to the communities we serve.
Key Dates
Familiarisation Event: 3rd February 2026, 13:30 at CPHQ, Hemlington.
T/Superintendent Stuart Hodgson and Assistant Chief Officer Ian Wright will offer insight into what it means to be an Inspector, what to expect from the process and what Cleveland Police expects from applicants.
Closing Date: 15th February 2026
Interviews: weeks commencing 16th, 23rd and 30th March 2026 (dates subject to change)