Job Description
We are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the promotion opportunity to Sergeant under the PC-PS SIPP promotion process. This is a fantastic chance for candidates to take the next step in their career and deliver our service to the public through inspirational leadership.
Recognising and promoting our people with the right knowledge, potential and skills to be the policing leaders of the future is essential to help us adapt to changing demands and improve public confidence.
Aspiring Sergeants who meet all eligibility criteria of SIPP Stage 1 and who have a valid legal examination pass (OSPRE, NPPF or SIPP) can now apply for selection at Stage 2 of the process.
The assessment criteria for the application are the CVF Level 2 which have been contextualised to the core rank profiles of the target ranks and aligned to the National Leadership standard for policing.
Please be aware that you may be posted to a 24/7 post. If there are any particular significant reasons why this may cause problems for you, such as requirements for a flexible working pattern and/or welfare considerations please advise #Police Promotions.
We anticipate
21
vacancies in the next 12 months.
The Process
* In the first instance, please familiarise yourself with the documents attached and consider the questions and your evidence in the PC-PS application form.
* You will then be invited to a mandatory familiarisation event which will provide you with detailed information about the process and ensure you have received the necessary information and documents to support you in completing your application.
* The dates of the familiarisation events are Wednesday 3 September (10:30 hours) or Thursday 4 September (18:00 hours). These events will be in person, at Police HQ
* Officers applying will then have a period of time to complete their application before submission.
* Officers will then submit their completed application, their PC-PS Readiness Reflection Tool and the evidence verification form via email to #SIPP Stage 2 Selection
* All eligibility criteria for selection will be checked once your application has been recei ved.
* All applications will be anonymously assessed by nationally trained assessors. At least one assessor will be an 'operational' police officer.
* Officers who successfully meet the national pass mark will be invited to attend an in-force promotion board.
* An appropriate level of feedback will be provided at each stage of the process.
PC-PS Custody promotion process
Oleeo Application window – apply on Oleeo
Monday 18 August - Monday 1 September (12:00 hours)
Attendance at familiarisation event
Wednesday 3rd September or Thursday 4th September
Submission of PS application form and PC-PS Readiness Reflection tool
Monday 29th September 12:00 hours - Monday 13th October 12:00 hours
Outcome of selection process
Wednesday 12th November
In-force promotion board, candidate briefing and process
Monday 24th November- Friday 5th December (provisional)
Results of in-force Promotion Board
Wednesday 10th December
Postings
January 2026 (TBC)
Please note
Candidates who have applied through the PC-PS Custody Sergeant process are able to transfer to this process, however will need to withdraw their Custody application and inform the #Police Promotions team.
Successful candidates will be posted to available PS vacancies across Directorates in the new year, this may include postings in Custody if required.
General Information
In all cases the Chief Constable reserves the right to appoint an individual to any police officer post considering welfare issues, succession planning, redeployments and development needs.
Please be aware that you may be posted to a 24/7 post. If there are any significant reasons why this may cause problems for you, such as requirements for a flexible working pattern and/or welfare considerations please advise #police promotion.
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.
It is expected that officers once posted will remain in their new posts for at least 12 months (2 years for Neighbourhood and Custody roles) from the date of appointment and, in some exceptional cases where there is a greater payback/operational need, this period may be longer.
Every effort should also be made to reduce TOIL accrued more than 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
Please indicate on your application form or contact the Talent Promotions team if you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the promotion process.
Contact
More information on the Sergeant and Inspector promotion and progression (SIPP) process can be found on Pocketbook