Division / Department - Operations Command
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Rank - Police Constable
Location - Burgess Hill
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
Are you a professional, motivated officer who values intelligence-led policing and wants to make a meaningful impact on community safety?
We are offering an exciting opportunity for Police Constables to join the Specialist Enforcement Unit (SEU). The role is ideal for officers who enjoy proactive work, problem-solving, collaboration, and using specialist tactics to disrupt serious and organised crime.
“The Specialist Enforcement Unit’s mission is to proactively disrupt serious and organised crime across Sussex through intelligence-led, high-impact enforcement activity. We operate in alignment with the Sussex Police Control Strategy, targeting high-harm offenders and criminal networks - particularly those exploiting the road network to facilitate criminality. By delivering specialist policing interventions, we aim to reduce harm, enhance public safety, and support the force’s strategic priorities of protecting our communities, catching criminals, and delivering an outstanding service.”
Our commitment is to:
• Be visible and responsive in tackling the crimes that matter most to our communities
• Bring offenders to justice by relentlessly pursuing those who cause the most harm
• Work with partners at a local, regional and national level to maximise disruption opportunities
• Fight crime through proactive disruption and targeted enforcement
Remit:
• Tackle high harm threats and organised crime that use the road network to facilitate their offending;
• Deliver upstreaming opportunities by targeting the lower tiers of criminal networks to identify, disrupt and dismantle higher levels;
• Provide force‑wide resilience by filling identified capability gaps;
• Support the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee by acting on community intelligence and addressing public priorities;
• Support investigative teams to secure evidence and suspects in a timely manner, ensuring a positive criminal justice outcome is achieved;
• Maintain a commitment to fairness and proportionality, actively working to understand and address any disproportionality in our use of powers
About the Unit The SEU undertakes targeted disruption and enforcement operations across Sussex, focusing on serious, organised and violent crime. Our work is driven by intelligence from across the force and partner agencies. The team uses a blend of specialist skills, technologies and tactics to safeguard communities and make Sussex a hostile environment for criminality. Officers may work across force boundaries where operationally required.
Skills & ExperienceWe are looking for applicants who can demonstrate:
• A track record in proactive policing
• Experience in submitting accurate, high-quality intelligence
• Understanding of the Force Control Strategy and priorities
• An investigative mindset and sound decision-making
• Ability to make fast‑paced, risk‑based decisions in line with the National Decision Model (NDM), demonstrating ethical, proportionate and justifiable policing practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships across teams and agencies
• Confidence managing crime files or end-to-end‑to‑end investigations
• Ability to work independently with appropriate support when needed
Essential Eligibility:
• Category A (fully operational) officers only
• Current staff safety and first aid accreditation
• Successful completion of probation (or completion by the time the role begins)
• No live misconduct investigations
• Vetting clearance at MV / SC level (this will be completed prior to confirmation of appointment)
Desirable (training will be provided):
• Standard response driving (current or held within last 5 years)
• Initial pursuit (current or held within last 5 years)
• Advanced permit (current or held within last 5 years)
• Tactical pursuit and containment (current or held within last 5 years)
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits:
• career progression
• contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
• generous annual leave allowance
• discounts for everyday spend
• on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
• generous and supportive parental leave
• financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
• discounted contributory healthcare scheme
Please use the following links for more information on the benefits of working with Surrey Police or Sussex Police.
Further InformationWorking Pattern & Flexibility
The SEU works a shift pattern of early and late shifts. While operational needs may occasionally require flexibility, we aim to support a healthy work-life balance. Flexible working applications are welcomed and will be considered in line with operational requirements.
Application process:
Further details of the operational assessment and the competency‑based interview will be provided once you have successfully completed Stage 1.
Stage 1 - Please submit a 500 - 1000 word expression of interest. Your expression of interest should demonstrate your suitability for the role based on the key responsibilities and skills/experience outlined in this advert.
Stage 2: Competency‑based interview and practical operational assessment.
Candidates who are successful at the paper sift will be invited to a CVF interview.
Diversity StatementWe are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police
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