Assistant chief constable

About us

At Wiltshire Police, we are dedicated to making our community a safer place for everyone. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance, Wiltshire Police offer a range of opportunities to grow and develop. Join us, and be part of a team that values courage, compassion, and dedication to public service. Help us to keep Wiltshire safe.

Wiltshire has lots of layers - prehistoric stones, wartime bunkers, secret trails and hidden churches. But behind all of that, keeping our community safe across the years are generations of quiet police work. Some of it heroic, some of it worrying, but all of it real.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone. If there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

About the role

Are you an inspirational senior police leaderlooking for a new challengewithina highly respected force? WiltshirePolice areseeking an Assistant Chief Constable who hasthe executive leadership and operational skillstomake a tangible impact on the future of policing in ourpicturesqueCounty.

Reporting to Wiltshire Police's DCC Mark Cooper, you will manage Wiltshire Police’s Crime, Justice and Vulnerability strategic area playing a pivotal role in ensuring we serve all our diverse communities by keeping them safe and preventing crime.

As part of the Chief Officer Group, you’ll lead continuous improvements in efficiency and effectiveness by driving performance and demand management, enhancing partnership collaborations and by embedding a culture of organisational learning.

In the ever-changing world of policing, we must do more with less - so a sharp commercial acumen and the ability to think outside of the box will be key.

You will also have experience in engaging and inspiring the entire workforce to deliver a culture that promotes and enables diversity and wellbeing. Your ability to innovate, deliver and demonstrate the corresponding results will be a prevailing feature of your career to-date.

Eligibility Criteria

• Individuals who previously qualified as eligible for chief officer appointments by virtue of successfully completing the senior police national assessment centre (senior PNAC) and the strategic command course (SCC)
• Individuals who are currently engaged with ELP 2026 or have successfully completed the PLP – stage 5 (executive leaders)
• Strong and demonstrable operational policing experience, understanding the changing shape of policing and the requirements of our communities.
• You’re experienced in leading business change with a sophisticated level of critical thinking, consistently looking beyond the obvious and exploring alternatives.
• A commutable living distance of up to one hour from our Headquarters based in Devizes would be desirable.

We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions, or beliefs and of neuro divergence.

We are more than happy to assist you in the application process, if you encounter any difficulties then please contact zoe.hall@wiltshire.police.uk

Key dates

• Familiarisation Event: 10 June 2026
• Interview date: 1 July 2026

Click via the link below for our candidate information pack and further information:

Important information before you commence an application

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You may require the following detail to complete this application form:

• National Insurance Number
• Address information
• 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

You may require the following documents to complete this application form:

• A copy of your photo card driving licence
• A downloaded DVLA summary showing full driving record
• A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)
• A copy of your British Passport or birth certificate (if a candidate does not have a passport, then they may use their birth certificate, but will need to provide a copy of a British passport once they have obtained one.)
• Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only). If applying for the Degree Holder Police Constable Apprenticeship, you will need a copy of your Degree Certificate.
• Clear, colour photos of any non-intimate tattoos
• Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos
• Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc
• Deed poll certificate for any name changes