Starting salary: National Inspector PayScale plus £2,750 South East allowance (or other housing rent allowance).
Essex Police is continuing to grow. We are recruiting for suitably qualified Sergeants/Detective Sergeants who are eligible for promotion, and Inspectors/Detective Inspectors who wish to join us on a level transfer.
We are looking for great leaders with an exceptional operational background, outstanding personal qualities, and a passion for supporting, inspiring, and developing people. Essex Police is made up of different people with the same values. As an inclusive force, we are looking to attract people from all backgrounds.
Essex is a remarkable and diverse county with urban areas just minutes from the capital, international ports and airports, and a large rural economy. Our force is made up of loyal, committed, motivated, and innovative officers, staff and volunteers. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional outcomes for victims, making the county safer and working with partners and the wider community across Essex.
If successful, you will be key to helping us deliver outstanding performance against the Force Plan and our mission to help people, keep people safe, and catch criminals.
Assessment centres are currently scheduled between 29th September – 10th October 2025.
The closing date for applications to be returned is Midday on 15th September 2025.
To find out more, including information about our briefing event on Thursday 4th September 2025, visit us at Essex Police - Inspector/Detective Inspector transfer opportunities
We value difference
Essex Police is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, attracting people from all backgrounds for our promotion and level transfer opportunities. Should you be interested in applying, please contact our Positive Action Team (positive.action@essex.police.uk)