Superintendent 2021 Police Promotion Process

Introduction

We are keen to promote talented Chief Inspectors from diverse backgrounds to the rank of Superintendent, to deliver our service to the public, to lead our people and to meet the challenges we face.

Applications are invited from substantive Chief Inspectors.

As a Duty Superintendent performing on call duties you will be expected to perform one of the following roles: 

• Gold Commander (either being Public Order Bronze Commander qualified or occupationally and operationally accredited CBRN Silver Commander)
• Strategic Firearms Commander 

Please note that applicants will be measured across the competencies and values set out in the Competency Value Framework throughout the promotion process.

The Process

1. To apply for this vacancy, applicants should click the ‘Apply Now’ button on the advert and follow the instructions on screen
2. Completed applications must be received by noon on Sunday 25th July 2021. Late applications will not be accepted.
3. Line Managers will be sent a link to complete the Line Manager Assessment form (if they have not received this link within 24 hours of the applicant submitting their application, please email #Police Promotions / policepromotions@avonandsomerset.police.uk)
4. Applications will be reviewed by Directorate Leadership Teams and validated by a Central Validation Panel to determine who will proceed to assessment, applicants will be advised of the outcome on 25th August 2021. 
5. Assessments will be held from week commencing 6th September 2021 and will be held virtually.
6. Interview results will be published at noon, Wednesday 15th September 2021.
7. An appropriate level of feedback will be provided at each stage of the process, taking into account the volume of applications.

General Information

Read this advert in conjunction with the Police Promotion Process Flowchart.

In all cases the Chief Constable reserves the right to appoint an individual to any police officer post taking into account welfare issues, succession planning, redeployments and development needs.

Successful applicants working flexible or part-time hours may have to re-negotiate their flexible working agreement with their new manager in accordance with Police Regulations and Force Policy.

Every effort should also be made to reduce TOIL accrued in excess of 50 hours before commencing new role.

Avon and Somerset Police are committed to equality and diversity and particularly welcome applications from people from minority and underrepresented groups. All applications will be treated on merit.

If you are from an underrepresented group and would like support with the process, please email  Representativeworkforce@avonandsomerset.police.uk

Please indicate on your application form if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the promotion process.

Contact PolicePromotions@avonandsomerset.police.uk  prior to the closing date if you require any assistance with your application form e.g. larger format.

If you have any queries regarding the process, contact PolicePromotions@avonandsomerset.police.uk.