Detective Constable Entry Programme; DCEP

Detective Constable Entry Programme (DCEP) Why join Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary? Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a real impact on people's lives? Join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary as a Detective Constable, and you'll embark on a journey that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to create safer communities. Be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking force, working on the front-line to prevent crime, protect the public, and bring offenders to justice.

What is the Detective Constable Entry Programme (DCEP)? The Detective Constable Entry Programme is a non-degree holder entry route, and a fantastic opportunity to apply to become an accredited Detective Constable. During the 2-year programme, you will be provided with the skills and knowledge to become accredited as an investigator, to investigate some of the most serious crimes, and to provide exceptional policing to the communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Detective Constables are Police Officers performing one of the most demanding but also rewarding roles in policing. Detective Constables are the same rank as Police Constables but undertake different roles. As a detective you will deal with the most serious and complex crime including serious assault, homicide, fraud, robbery and serious and organised crime. Detectives will investigate by gathering and analysing evidence in some of the most challenging circumstances.

They solve cases by being tenacious, inquisitive and having an unwavering sense of duty to reach the truth.

• Report writing
• Critical analysis
• Good Communication skills
• Taking ownership
• Ability to work under time pressure

• In addition to being able to demonstrate a good standard of Maths and English (written and spoken) Served in the military or armed forces, or similar law enforcement agency, and successfully completed the minimum term of service and have an exemplary reference, for a minimum of 2 years within the last 5 years.
• A full manual or automatic driving licence is required upon application.
• Have resided in the UK for three years immediately prior to application.
• Not be a member of the British National Party (BNP) or similar organisation.
• Not any have tattoos which could cause offence.
• Be a British or Commonwealth citizen, or an EC/European Economic Area national, or a foreign national whose stay in the UK is unrestricted.
• Be able to pass the Job Related Fitness Test.

• Salary: £34,256 - £50,000
• Starting Salary: £34,326 (including a £2,070 South East allowance), rising to over £50,000 after seven years.
• Pension Scheme:
  Enjoy financial security with a competitive pension plan.
• Discounts and Perks:
  Access retail, food, and leisure discounts through the Blue Light Card and Hampshire Police Leisure & Sports.
• Wellbeing Support:
  Comprehensive health and wellbeing services, including physiotherapy, occupational health, and an employee assistance programme.
• Work-Life Balance:
  On-site gym facilities and flexible career paths to suit your aspirations.
• Career Development:
  Continuous training, mentoring, and opportunities for promotion and specialisation.