Transferee / Re-Joiners Police Constables / Detective Constables - Hertfordshire Constabulary
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.
31/03/2024, 23:55
In Hertfordshire Constabulary you will be more than a number. We are a family friendly force who take pride in developing talented people. By virtue of our size, everyone who transfers into Hertfordshire has a much better chance of enjoying a diverse career, training, and promotion opportunities.
We pride ourselves in recognising and rewarding motivated people and will support you throughout your professional journey with us.
We currently have the following transferee and re-joiner vacancies:
- Intervention (response)
- Safer neighbourhood
- Detective (crime and safeguarding)
In addition to your salary, we also offer a southern eastern allowance of £3,000 and targeted variable payment of between £1,500 and £4,300 for detectives (constable and sergeant) – depending on unit.
Hertfordshire officers also benefit from free rail travel, simply by showing your valid warrant card on Govia Thameslink and Great Northern routes as well as TFL Underground trains. Full details on the Herts Police Federation website.
Each transferee and re-joiner will have one-to-one contact with our Pathways Sergeant throughout the process who will manage your recruitment and deliver your onboarding programme.
The transfer process involves an application, virtual interview, medical, eyesight test, fitness test and vetting.
For constables in operational roles, we offer the T/DC programme which enables you to complete the PIP2 programme and become a detective.
We will be considering applications from officers at Sergeant and higher ranks however please note that vacancies for these ranks are limited and will be allocated to officers with exceptional sought-after skills.
Hertfordshire is also part of a tri-force alliance (with Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire), as well as the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit (ERSOU), both of which offer specialist opportunities within operations and investigations.
Bordering London, you will experience the professional challenge of investigating complex crime and dealing with serious community issues without spending endless hours on a train or stuck in traffic on motorways commuting to work. If quality of life is what you value, then Hertfordshire is the place to come.
Those who are currently within their probationary period are welcome to apply, however you must have this completed by your start date.
So, if you are a serving constable or detective looking for an opportunity to develop your skills as a uniform officer or to become a detective then do consider serving in a county force where your voice will be heard, and your professional contribution always appreciated.
If you have any questions or wish to have an initial conversation before applying please send you contact number and name to transfers@herts.police.uk
Register your interest via https://www.hertspoliceofficer.co.uk/transferees or complete this online application.
If you are interested in applying you will also be required to complete the attached skills audit form and submit this to recruitment@bch.police.uk where you are also able to submit any questions about the process. Please quote the vacancy title in your email title and note that we cannot accept applications without this completed form.
In order for your application to be fully considered please ensure you provide extensive details on all the areas of the application.
To enable us to deliver outstanding policing for everyone, we need people from all backgrounds with a range of professional and life experiences so that we are truly representative of our communities.
Why work for Hertfordshire Constabulary?
We have gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then we are the force for you.
Benefits include:
• Access to the local government pension scheme (police staff) or Police pension scheme (Police officers) including career average, employer contributions and death in service.
• Paid leave days depending on force and length of service (police staff - 24 to 33 days, police officers 22 to 30 days).
• Paid sick leave of six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
• Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Carers and discretionary leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job share, annualised hours and agile working (depending on role requirements).
• Gym facilities, weekly yoga classes, exercise classes, squash facilities, exercise space etc. are available (depending on location).
• Each force has its own sports or sports and social club, offering discounts, trips, and events.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to Blue Light Card providing discounts to Emergency Services on the high street and online.
• Access to Police Mutual providing financial support including savings plans, insurance, breakdown cover, loans and independent financial advice.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Various support groups including Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) Support Group, Christian Police Association (CPA), Disability Awareness Network (DAWN), Lesbian, gay, bi-sexual & transgender (LGBT), Menopause Action Group, Police Chaplains.
• Access to a Trade Union (UNISON)/Staff Association (Federation).
• The Backup Buddy Police Support app is designed to help with mental health issues and gives practical advice and support as well as a range of podcasts.
• Opportunities for development and further study including Further You Talent Management, Be You BCH Senior Leadership Programme, and supervisory leadership workshops.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Flexible Working
All requests for flexible working patterns will be considered and will be dependent on the role.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Useful information before you commence an application
You will require the following detail to complete this application form:
- National Insurance Number
- Identification Detail e.g. passport
- Address information including proof
- Referee information
- Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained.
You will also be requested to provide photos of any visible tattoos you have.
If the role requires you to drive you will also be required to upload details from your full driving license including photos.
This advert is closed to applications.
