Police Constable/Detective Constable – Cambridgeshire Transferee
Force Cambridgeshire Constabulary
Contract Duration Permanent
Contract Type Full Time
Department Local Policing Command
Location Cambridgeshire
Rank Constable
TBC
Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.
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Competency and Value Framework (CVF) Level 1
Closing Date: 31/03/2026, 23:55
Job Description
This is a very exciting time for policing. Cambridgeshire Constabulary is facing unprecedented levels of demand for our services. Response policing is at the forefront of tackling both traditional and emerging crimes—from anti-social behaviour to cyber-enabled fraud. Our Response Officers are the first on scene, making critical decisions under pressure and providing immediate support to victims and communities. We are working hard to ensure we have the right officers with the right skills to bring about a swift resolution for incidents.
Cambridgeshire has a very engaged, caring and outward-facing approach to policing. We value local partnership working to effectively tackle crime and the fear of crime. We are very proud of the mature and active partnership problem-solving work which takes place right across the county. Ensuring a quality service to the public is important to Cambridgeshire Constabulary and we are looking for committed and confident response officers who can engage positively with the community and effectively manage incident-related risks.
The county of Cambridgeshire has a growth forecast in both population and business with a in becoming a major centre for innovation and technology. Cambridgeshire Constabulary has a North/South operating model for policing. This provides the Force with a Northern policing hub based around Peterborough and a Southern policing hub based around Cambridge. In the Northern hub, officers deploy from reactive bases at Thorpe Wood in Peterborough, and also from Wisbech and March. In the Southern hub, reactive officers deploy from Parkside in Cambridge and also from Ely and Huntingdon and operate from Cambourne as a response hub. This new model will help ensure that policing activity is focused on reducing threat, risk and harm and that the Force allocates policing resources based on the demand profile.
You will already have completed your probation period in a Home Office force, have experience in Response Policing and be passionate about keeping the community safe as an ethos of protecting the vulnerable underpins all our policing activity. There is an expectation that you will remain in role for 12 months following your appointment.
There are current vacancies across Cambridgeshire, during the application process we will ask for your posting preference, your offered posting will depend on available vacancies, you may be posted anywhere in the county. We will also ask for Police Support Unit (PSU) accreditation if attained.
At Cambridgeshire Constabulary, we recruit, retain and develop talented people. We are actively building a diverse workforce representative of the community that we serve. If you can help us to create a safer Cambridgeshire and are a female officer, from a BME background or can speak another language aside from English, then we are particularly interested in hearing from you.
We will not be considering applications from officers at Sergeant or higher ranks.
We are recruiting for our next transferee intake which is planned to start on 7th September 2026.
Please complete both the online application and the attached skills audit form and submit them to recruitment@bch.police.uk.
If you have any questions, our dedicated Transferee Team will be happy to help. You can reach them at Transferees@cambs.police.uk. Please quote the vacancy title in your email subject.
Please note you will need to complete a job-related fitness test as part of the recruitment process or evidence that you are currently in ticket with JRFT and PPST.
Important Information Regarding the Vetting Process
As part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager to complete a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Vetting Guidelines (APP 6.5.18).
A Supervisor Appraisal may be necessary in the following situations:
* When applying to transfer to another force
* When renewing existing vetting clearanceWhen moving into a role that requires Management Vetting (MV), even if you currently hold MV clearance
* When moving into or working in a role that involves close contact with vulnerable individuals
If any of the above apply to you, please be aware that your current line manager will be contacted for a Supervisor Appraisal once your vetting application is submitted.
Please note: This role has been identified as high-risk in relation to potential DNA and fingerprint contamination within forensic processes. As such, successful candidates will be required to provide a DNA and fingerprint elimination sample as part of their pre-employment checks.
The sample will be used to conduct a speculative search against our database and then solely for contamination elimination purposes and held on a secure elimination database in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.
Provision of this sample is a condition of employment for roles identified as high-risk.
As you will be transferring to this force, in line with our PSD Biometric Policy, DNA and fingerprint samples will be required during the recruitment process.
Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone. We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.
Why Choose a Career in Policing?
Cambridgeshire Constabulary is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.
If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career—where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences—then we want to hear from you.
What We Offer
We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Pension Schemes: Access to the Police Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
* Generous Annual Leave: 25 to 30 days (depending on rank and length of service).
* Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
* Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
* Carers and Discretionary Leave
* Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
* Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
* Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
* Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
* Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
* Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
* Access to Federation/Supts Association/COPSA (rank dependant).
* Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and continuous improvement training.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:
* Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
* People of all ages and abilities
* All faiths and religions
* LGBTQ+ communities
* Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds
All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.
Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
Cambridgeshire Constabulary recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace. Please click HERE to find out more about the acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in our recruitment process.
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