Special Inspector - Promotion Process/Lateral Transfer

There are currently vacancies located in Wolverhampton LPA, Dudley LPA and Sandwell LPA. Please only apply if you are able to travel to any of these locations.

 

Applications are invited from external Special Sergeants looking to progress to the rank of Special Inspector and current substantive Special Inspectors looking to transfer to West Midlands Police.

Applicants must be suitably experienced, competent and credible for immediate promotion to rank of Special Inspector in the West Midlands Police. 

 

We do not require a resume

 

To be successful in these roles you must have real strengths in:

Performance:

Monitor and manage the performance of the team and drive improvements in performance and standards.

People:

Supervise a team, managing their well-being, ensuring high levels of motivation to enable an effective front-line policing service.

Partners:

Work effectively with internal and external partners to ensure an effective and efficient service to the public. 

 

Eligibility:

• All internal candidates are required to have a conversation regarding their suitability for immediate promotion with their respective line manager before applying.
• Applicants must not have a live sanction from misconduct proceedings. Applicants under investigation can still apply but if they are successful, cannot be posted until the investigation has been concluded and would also be dependent upon the outcome of the investigation.
• Candidates must be substantive at the rank of Special Sergeant
• Candidates must have spent 12 months at a Special Sergeant rank. This can include time spent as an Acting Special Sergeant as long as the applicant is now substantive

 

Reasonable Adjustments

If you want to apply for reasonable adjustments for the application and interview process under the Equality Act 2010, please email: [email protected] 

 

The Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of the following steps:

• Promotions team to check candidate eligibility
• Candidates will be sifted based on their application form answers.
• Successful candidates invited to interviews

 

Key Dates:

Please note the below dates are guidelines and may change due to varying circumstance.

• Application Open: 09/06 to 23/06 at 23:59
• Interviews: TBC  (Lloyd House)
• Results: TBC

 

West Midlands Police is the second-largest police force in England, serving more than 2.9 million people across Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull and Walsall. Every day, our people work together to keep our communities safe, protect vulnerable people, prevent crime and bring offenders to justice.

We answer more than 2,000 emergency calls every day and provide policing 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether responding to emergencies, supporting victims, investigating crime or working behind the scenes, every role plays a vital part in delivering an outstanding service to the public.

We're proud of the progress we've made in reducing crime, improving emergency response times and increasing arrest rates. These achievements are only possible because of the dedication, professionalism and expertise of our officers, staff and volunteers. As we continue to transform the way we police, we're looking for talented people who are committed to making a real difference.

Why Join West Midlands Police?

A career with West Midlands Police is about more than a job, it's an opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the lives of millions of people. Whatever your role, you'll contribute to keeping our communities safe while developing your own skills and career.

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Meaningful work that makes a difference every day.
• A diverse range of career opportunities across policing and professional support services.
• High-quality training, development and opportunities to progress.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve their potential.
• Competitive pay, generous annual leave, excellent pension arrangements and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues who share a common purpose.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that a diverse workforce helps us better understand and serve the communities we protect. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to succeed.

As a Disability Confident Leader, the highest level of the Government's Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to removing barriers to employment and supporting disabled applicants and employees throughout their careers. Through our Disability Confident Interview Scheme, applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for a role will normally be offered an interview, subject to the scheme's terms and any recruitment constraints.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Vision is to maximise the potential of people from all backgrounds through a culture of fairness, respect and inclusion, enabling us to deliver the best possible service to our communities.

Professional Standards

Working in policing is a position of trust. Our officers and staff are expected to demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and accountability. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate vetting and are expected to uphold the ethical standards and responsibilities that come with serving the public.

Recruitment and the Use of AI

We recognise that many candidates use AI tools to support activities such as proofreading and improving the presentation of written applications. This is acceptable, provided the content you submit accurately reflects your own knowledge, skills and experience.

Applications must be your own work. Any evidence of plagiarism, false or misleading information, or the inappropriate use of AI during assessments or selection activities where it is not permitted may result in your application being rejected.

Benefits

We know that supporting our people is essential to delivering the best service to our communities. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits, wellbeing support and development opportunities to help you thrive throughout your career.

Visit our Benefits page to find out more about the rewards and support available when you join West Midlands Police.