Chief Inspector Transferee - on promotion or lateral transfer (LE25)

Location

Leicestershire

Business Area

Operational Policing

Department

N/A

Rank

Chief Inspector

Grade

N/A

Salary

£70,344 - £73,149

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

40

Additional Working Conditions

Part Time, Shift Work, Weekend Working

Type of Contract

Permanent

Vetting Level Required

MV, RV

Description

Join Leicestershire Police as a Chief Inspector – Lead with Purpose, Inspire Change

Leicestershire Police is seeking dynamic, forward-thinking leaders at the rank of Chief Inspector to help shape the future of policing across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. If you’re passionate about public service and committed to protecting our communities, we want to hear from you.

We have multiple vacancies available at Chief Inspector level. Serving a diverse population of over 1.1 million across 2,500 square miles, our force covers everything from vibrant urban centres to rural communities. Neighbourhood policing is at the heart of our approach, and collaboration with East Midlands partners is central to our continued success.

As a Chief Inspector or an experienced Inspector ready for promotion, you’ll bring a strong track record of professional achievement and strategic insight. You’ll help drive the force’s direction, champion our values and ethics, and uphold the highest standards of conduct and service.

We’re looking for leaders who:

• Build trusted partnerships locally and nationally
• Inspire teams through a blend of operational expertise and strategic vision
• Lead major incidents and investigations with clarity and confidence
• Innovate and adapt to meet future policing challenges
• Demonstrate resilience, ambition, and a genuine passion for public service

We encourage you to read the attached information booklet to learn more about the force and the role of Chief Inspector.

Key Information

• Salary: £70344, – £73,149 (as of 1 September 2025)
• Eligibility:
  • Substantive Inspectors eligible for promotion who have completed the College of Policing Foundation Senior Leaders Programme.

How to Apply

Please submit your application and include:

1. A detailed, up-to-date CV including your contact details

1. A statement of suitability addressing the core competencies and essential criteria and outlining your motivation for applying (max 2000 words).

Recruitment Timeline

• Monday 3 November 2025 – Applications open
• Sunday 16 November 2025 (23:55) – Applications close
• wc 17 November 2025 – Shortlisting
• Monday 24 November 2025 – Familiarisation day for shortlisted external candidates
• Wednesday 3 & Thursday 4 December 2025 – Selection days at Force HQ

At Leicestershire Police, we are proud to be an inclusive employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

To find out more about Leicestershire Police and understand how you can make a difference visit our careers website.

Document Attachment

Supt and C-Insp Information Pack 2025 V6.0.pdf – 2490KB