Cambridgeshire Accelerated Detective programme (DHEP D)
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Cambridgeshire Accelerated Detective programme (DHEP D)
Applicants are sought with a curious, inquiring mind, who think they have what it takes to be a Detective.
The accelerated detective programme, also known as, Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme (D-DHEP) is a two-year programme that combines on the job learning alongside working towards a fully funded graduate diploma with Anglian Ruskin University, all whilst earning a competitive salary and making a difference.
You will start with an initial 27-week phase of learning where we teach you all the knowledge and skills of frontline policing together with a crime National Investigators Examination top-up which means you get to take the NIE exam in your first year with us. From there you will work on patrol as a police officer where you will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls in uniform. You will be supported by a tutor to practice your safe and lawful competency in the workplace and gain Independent Patrol Status.
In year two we start by teaching the detective role elements such as specialist interviewing techniques, you also have two placements in an investigative environment. The first will be in a volume crime team and the second in a specialist unit such as intelligence, serious sexual offences and serious assaults.
Following successful completion of the two-year training period, you will be confirmed as a Detective Constable and posted within one of our specialist investigative teams.
Starting salary is £26,682 per annum
To apply, you are required to hold a Degree or Level 6 qualification and complete the attached technical questionnaire, please return the completed questionnaire to [email protected]. Please subject your email - DDHEP Cambridgeshire Technical
No policing experience is necessary, but it is essential that candidates applying display the skills and attributes suited to the role, including an inquisitive mind, excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of integrity. It’s a challenging job but one which is extremely diverse and rewarding.
In the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your academic qualifications for assessment by Anglia Ruskin University. In anticipation of this, please ensure that you have evidential certificates available, for all qualifications. If these are not supplied when requested, this will either result in us being unable to continue with your application or delays to your progress.
We strongly advise that you read the information available on our website prior to completing the application form as it contains important information and guidance; the information will assist you with making a successful application and provides a comprehensive overview of the entry requirements.
Please note that there will be limited numbers of places available on our Detective cohorts, so don’t delay - access the application through the ‘apply now’ button. Your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and you will then be invited to attend the online College of Policing National SIFT.
Everyone at Cambridgeshire Constabulary takes personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish.
Please note, for Cambridgeshire internal candidates, to ensure a return on investment on the training invested for your current role, if you are currently a in the Demand Hub, Detention Officer or a PCSO you will need to have completed a minimum level of service in that role before you are able to apply. This 12 months for PCSOs and 18 months for both Communications Operators and Detention Officers.
Members of the Special Constabulary and Police Community Volunteers are welcome to apply.
Please note that if you are applying for the Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme you will be unable to apply for any other Police Officer entry routes within Cambridgeshire Police.
This advert is open for an initial 2 weeks and will close on the 3rd May 2023. However, recruitment to this route will continue and a new advert will open after 3rd May. Potential start date in this role will be 27th November 2023
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