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
Next Steps
Interested in learning more? Contact us at
[email protected] with any enquiries or to arrange an informal meeting with the team, ask questions and discover what it's really like to work at Avon and Somerset Police.
Sign up by emailing
[email protected]
Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step in your investigative career. We look forward to meeting you!
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Diversity is a strength and individuality is an asset.
We recognise the benefit different life experience and perspectives can bring.
We are on a journey to become the most inclusive police force in the country.
Find out more about our benefits and culture
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
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Important information before you commence an application (for external applicants)
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
Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe 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 licence including photos.
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Important information before you commence an application- for ALL applicants
The application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.
Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not save.
If the role has evidence questions you may wish to save these remotely and paste your answers into the boxes at time of submission.
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