Rank Sergeant
Grade/scale PS
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
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31/12/2026, 23:55
What We Offer
At Avon and Somerset Police, we are proud to invest in our people. As a valued Detective Sergeant, you will benefit from:
- Competitive salary plus allowances
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
- Access to specialist operational resources and support
- A clear, structured onboarding and induction programme
- Career pathways across specialist, leadership, and complex investigation roles
- A strong welfare support network
- A force committed to inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement
- If you are relocating from outside of the force area, you may be eligible for a relocation allowance of up to £8000.
Shape the Future of Specialist Investigations
We are seeking experienced and dedicated substantive Detective Sergeants to join our Specialist Directorate (CID). As a 2‑pip DS, you will lead high‑performing investigation teams tackling serious and complex crime, safeguarding the vulnerable, and securing justice for our communities.
This is your opportunity to make a real impact within a forward‑thinking, supportive force.
About the Role
As a Detective Sergeant in CID, you will:
- Lead serious and complex criminal investigations with integrity, quality, and victim focus
- Manage and develop a team of investigators, providing strong leadership and welfare support
- Deliver proactive investigative strategies that disrupt criminal activity
- Build effective partnerships with victims, communities, and partners
- Drive high professional standards across your investigations and team
What We Are Looking For
We want outstanding leaders who:
- Hold substantive Detective Sergeant rank (or are eligible for promotion or confirmed transfer)
- Have extensive experience in serious and complex investigations
- Are confident decision‑makers, effective communicators, and inclusive leaders
- Are passionate about protecting communities and safeguarding the vulnerable
- Are committed to innovation, professional standards, and continuous development
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