Chief Superintendent Appointments
Head of Neighbourhood Policing and Partnerships
As the Head of Neighbourhood Policing and Partnerships (NP+P) you will be responsible for leading the NP+P department and its staff, including the development of force strategies and strategic partnerships and the delivery of key organisational change projects. You will report directly to the Assistant Chief Constable Neighbourhood Policing and Partnerships and, as a senior leader, be expected to play an active part in broader strategic issues.
Head of Tasking and Resilience
As the Head of Tasking and Resilience, you will be responsible for delivery of daily operational resilience across the Force, delivery of effective and efficient workforce deployment and oversight of the Force DMM process. Additional responsibilities include ownership and direction of the strategic resourcing and resilience programme board and being the professional lead for patrol policing and critical incident management. You will report directly to the Assistant Chief Constable Operations and, as a senior leader, be expected to play an active part in broader strategic issues.
Applications are invited from substantive Chief Superintendents or Superintendents seeking promotion, who wish to be considered for either or both of the roles.
In the first instance, potential candidates should discuss their application with their respective Chief Officer in the light of current performance, career development plans and feedback from previous applications. Please see application requirements below:
Further information and an application pack can be obtained from Kate Wilkinson on 01865 855840 or by e-mail, PAtoDirectorofpeople@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk
If you are interested, you should submit your application to your Chief Officer to allow completion of the Chief Officer section of the application form. Fully completed applications must be submitted to the Director of People by 1200 hrs on the 11 February 2015. Applications must make clear which post (s) you are applying for and your preferred post if applying for more than one role.
Summary of Application Requirements:
- Covering letter (no more than one side of A4 addressing the ‘Why Me’ question).
- Competency based self-assessment application form (copy available from Kate Wilkinson, PA to Director of People). Please note that this requires comment from your Chief Officer Line Manager on performance in the current PDR year and your suitability for promotion and appointment.
- Career History and Qualifications (pro forma attached)
- Most recent PDR
Selection Process
- The Shortlisting Panel will comprise Alan Baldwin Assistant Chief Constable, Neighbourhood Policing and Partnerships and Chris Shead Assistant Chief Constable, Tasking and Resilience.
Candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of the written application.
The Panel will be making their assessment against the seven competencies contained in the self-assessment template. You will be expected to demonstrate your operational proficiency and self development and to recognise the importance of performance, service delivery and value for money.
Evidence will be drawn from your career history, your ‘Why Me’ letter, the competency self-assessment, your Chief Officer line manager comment and your most recent PDR.
The Shortlisting Panel will take place on TBC
- The Selection Panel will comprise Sara Thornton, Chief Constable, Francis Habgood, Deputy Chief Constable and Steven Chase, Director of People.
Candidates will be asked to give a 10 minute presentation, following a 45 minute preparation period.
The presentation will be followed by an interview which will address issues raised in the presentation before exploring wider topics.
The Panel will be making their assessment against the seven competencies contained in the self-assessment template.
The Selection Panels will take place on Wednesday 18 March 2015.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.