Cleveland Police is seeking talented and ambitious leaders to join our organisation as Chief Inspectors through either promotion or lateral transfer.
Applications are invited from:
Substantive Inspectors who are suitably qualified and seeking promotion to Chief Inspector.
Substantive Chief Inspectors from Home Office forces seeking a lateral transfer at rank.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a force committed to delivering outstanding service to the communities we serve while driving continuous improvement and organisational excellence.
The Chief’s mission for the Force is simple and clear:
Protect People
Protect Communities
Tackle Criminals
Be the Best we can be
As a Chief Inspector, you will play a critical role in delivering this vision through strong leadership, sound decision-making and a relentless focus on public service.
We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
A strong understanding of the challenges faced by our communities and a commitment to delivering truly victim-focused services.
Outstanding professional and ethical standards, with a genuine passion for making a positive difference.
Visible and authentic leadership that reflects our values of Respect and Empathy, Courage, and Public Service.
A commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.
Broad policing knowledge and experience gained across a range of operational and organisational disciplines.
Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to lead through change while maintaining high-quality service delivery.


