Chief Inspector to Superintendent Promotion - Transferee

LPA/ Department
Forcewide
Full Time
Permanent

Applications are invited from substantive Chief Inspectors for promotion to Superintendent rank and Superintendents seeking level transfer.

In the first instance, it is important that potential candidates discuss their application with their Chief Officer and line manager in the light of current performance, career development plans and feedback from previous applications.

Should any potential candidate wish to have an informal conversation about ‘life as a Superintendent’ in Thames Valley Police please contact Superintendent Ed McLean on 07896236034 or Superintendent Rory Freeman on 07976 712054 who would be happy to speak or direct you to one of their Superintendents’ Association colleagues.

Summary of Application Requirements:

 

  • Covering letter (no more than two sides of A4) addressing the question ‘why me, why now’ and outlining your motivation and suitability for promotion against the Chief Constable’s ‘step up to Superintendent’ document and with reference to the CVF framework. (These will be included in the application pack).
  • Comment from your Chief Officer – in consultation with your line manager - on your suitability for promotion.
  • Career History and Qualifications.
  • Most recent PDR.

Selection Process:

 

Candidates who are supported by their Chief Officer and endorsed by our moderation panel, overseen by the Deputy Chief Constable, will be asked to attend an Operational Panel and a Strategic Panel as detailed below. The purpose of the moderation will be to ensure consistency of approach across the range of applicants, drawing on the data provided through the application process.

The Strategic and Operational Panels will be held on the same day, one after the other.

The Panel will be making their assessment against the behaviours included in the CVF.

 

Operational Panel

-       The Operational Panel will be chaired by Assistant Chief Constable Tim De Meyer, assisted by Chief Superintendent Rob France and supported by Superintendent Kath Lowe / Mrs Katrina Hancox.

-       The interview will focus on operational competency to operate at Superintendent level.

-       The Operational Panel will be provided with the written evidence contained in your application pack.

-       The Operational Panel will take place on 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12 October 2018.

Strategic Panel

-       The Strategic Panel will be chaired by Chief Constable Francis Habgood, assisted by Assistant Chief Constable Nikki Ross and Steven Chase, Director of People.

-       Candidates will be asked to give a 10 minute presentation, following a one hour preparation period.

-       The presentation will be followed by an interview which will address issues raised in the presentation before exploring wider topics.

-       The Strategic Panel will be provided with the written evidence contained in your application pack and an assessment from the Operational Panel.

-       The Strategic Panel will take place on 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12 October 2018.

Further information and an application pack can be obtained from Chantelle Young, Executive Support and Research Advisor (People) on 01865 309359 or by e-mail execsupporttodirectorofpeople@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk. If you are interested, you should submit your application to your Chief Officer to allow completion of the Chief Officer reference.

Fully completed applications must be submitted to execsupporttodirectorofpeople@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk by

1700 hours on Friday 21 September 2018.

 

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 YouWe 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.