Dorset Police/ Devon and Cornwall Police

Payroll Services Lead Location: Hybrid with the option to be based at either our HQ in Exeter or Winfrith Salary : Starts at £40,383 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £44,700 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Join our Payroll Department, a team of 20 professionals delivering payroll services across Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. Based at either our Exeter or Winfrith headquarters, this hybrid role offers flexible home working alongside the opportunity to work with colleagues across both locations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a supportive and professional team that provides an essential service to two police forces. As Payroll Services Lead, you will manage payroll processes and service delivery, leading and supporting the payroll team to ensure a high-quality, accurate and efficient service. Working closely with the Payroll & Pension Data Analyst, you will help maintain data accuracy and consistency, while supporting the Payroll & Pensions Manager and Head of Payroll & Pensions in delivering a comprehensive payroll service. You will ensure compliance with service level agreements, statutory requirements and established policies and procedures. About you : We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in a payroll environment and a recognised payroll or financial qualification, such as CIPP or an equivalent relevant qualification. You will have proven experience of leading or supervising a team, with the ability to prioritise work, delegate effectively and respond to changing demands while meeting deadlines. Strong IT skills are essential, including experience of computerised payroll or financial systems. You will be a confident communicator who can build positive working relationships at all levels, providing excellent customer service while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality. Alongside this, you will bring strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess needs, identify practical solutions and make informed decisions within established policies and guidelines. If you are an organised, collaborative and customer-focused payroll professional looking to make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment supplied, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities available. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 14/09/2026 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Dorset Police and Devon & Cornwall Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Location: Dorset Salary: Starts at £27,204 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,859 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) The primary role of a PCSO in Dorset is to provide a regular and effective presence to their local community and to prioritise their demands and resources to ensure effective and efficient proportionate delivery of a neighbourhood policing service. They need to prevent, reduce and detect low-level problems within their community whilst also providing high levels of engagement with them. In addition, the role also requires them to: Manage the intelligence led identification of community concerns and prompt effective targeted action against those concerns, by the application of the force community engagement policy. Ensure joint action and problem solving with communities and other local partners to improve the local environment and quality of life within communities. Ensure a consistent presence of dedicated Neighbourhood Policing Teams (NPTs) capable of working with the community to establish and maintain control to be visible, accessible, skilled, knowledgeable and familiar to the community. Contribute to the policing of neighbourhoods, primarily through highly visible uniformed cycle or foot patrol, with the purpose of engaging and reassuring the public, increasing orderliness in public places and being accessible to communities and partner agencies, through joint working at local level. Thereby supporting the delivery of the strategic aims of ensuring that our communities are listened to, understood, informed, protected and safe . PCSOs form an integral part of NPTs across the force and will help deliver the objectives of the team within the framework of the PCSO Deployment Policy, and Neighbourhood Policing role requirement. The next PCSO intakes for Dorset are November 2026 and January 2027. Please note this is a brief job description, for further information please click the link below. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Dorset Police, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application. (url removed)

Resourcing Officer Location: Exeter, Police Headquarter, Winfrith, Dorset Salary : Starts at £30,333 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £34,662 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Closing Date: 04th of September 2026 The Role This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality recruitment, selection and promotion services for a range of roles including police officers, police staff, apprenticeships and volunteers. As a Resourcing Officer, you will supervise a small team of administrators, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, customer-focused service across resourcing. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day activity, maintaining high service standards and supporting the development of team members. Working closely with Senior Resourcing Officers, you will coordinate and support the planning and delivery of recruitment campaigns, helping to meet organisational workforce requirements. You will also provide professional advice and guidance on recruitment matters, managing escalated issues and offering solutions. The role can be based at Devon & Cornwall or Dorset Police Headquarters. This role offers hybrid working, This role will require the post holder to travel to alternative locations on an ad hoc basis to undertake the role, travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with force policy While we currently have one permanent vacancy available, we are also looking to establish a suitability pool for anticipated opportunities arising in the near future. The Person The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coach, motivate and develop others to deliver a high-quality service. You will be confident supervising a small team, ensuring performance standards and service levels are consistently achieved. You will be proactive, organised and capable of working independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and resolve queries within agreed timescales. Strong IT skills are essential, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, together with the ability to learn and use bespoke systems. Applicants should have experience of recruitment and resourcing processes, together with knowledge of employment law. Experience of HR systems is desirable although training will be provided where required. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional recruitment services, driving continuous improvement and supporting others to achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you. Why Join Us? In return, we offer a rewarding and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to contribute to an organisation committed to delivering excellent services to the communities we serve. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Detention Officer Location: Bournemouth (Based at Bournemouth Divisional HQ (BQ), Weymouth Police Station (MJ) Salary : Starts at £27,204 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,859 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37 hours per week) Closing Date: 27th of August 2026 Are you looking for a new challenging yet rewarding role where you can make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the resilience to handle unpredictable situations? If so, a role as a Detention Officer could be your next career move! About the Role As a Detention Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and welfare of individuals in custody while supporting operational policing. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of our criminal justice system, managing detainees with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. What You ll Be Doing: Ensuring all necessary records are accurately maintained. Carrying out welfare checks and responding to detainee needs in accordance with regulations. Managing conflict and de-escalating situations wherever possible. Physically restraining individuals where necessary to ensure your safety, the safety of your colleagues and the public. Assisting custody officers in risk assessments and maintaining a secure environment. Conducting searches and handling property in line with procedures. Working closely with officers and partner agencies to uphold detainee rights and well-being. What We re Looking For: Physically fit individuals who have the fitness to undertake and pass the mandatory Public and Personal Safety Training (PPST) as part of initial training and on an annual basis thereafter. This is a pass/fail element of the training course which may mean employment could be terminated through the appropriate Force process. Please ensure you are physically fit to apply for this role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations. Attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures precisely. A team player who can also take initiative when required. Why Join Us? Be part of a dedicated team making a tangible impact on policing. A role that offers variety no two days are the same! Training and development opportunities to support your progression. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Owing to the shift work for the role, candidates will need to have reached the age of 18 by the start date. Want to know more about this role? Further detail regarding this role and the essential requirements can be found within the job description by following the link below. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Detention Officer Location: Devon & Cornwall Police based at the following location(s): Exeter Police Station, Camborne, Plymouth, Charles Cross, Torquay Salary : Starts at £27,204 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,859 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Fill Time (37 hours per week) Closing Date: 27th of August 2026 About the role: Are you looking for a new challenging yet rewarding role where you can make a real difference? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the resilience to handle unpredictable situations? If so, a role as a Detention Officer could be your next career move! About the Role As a Detention Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and welfare of individuals in custody while supporting operational policing. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of our criminal justice system, managing detainees with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. What You ll Be Doing: Ensuring all necessary records are accurately maintained. Carrying out welfare checks and responding to detainee needs in accordance with regulations. Managing conflict and de-escalating situations wherever possible. Physically restraining individuals where necessary to ensure your safety, the safety of your colleagues and the public. Assisting custody officers in risk assessments and maintaining a secure environment. Conducting searches and handling property in line with procedures. Working closely with officers and partner agencies to uphold detainee rights and well-being. What We re Looking For: Physically fit individuals who have the fitness to undertake and pass the mandatory Public and Personal Safety Training (PPST) as part of initial training and on an annual basis thereafter. This is a pass/fail element of the training course which may mean employment could be terminated through the appropriate Force process. Please ensure you are physically fit to apply for this role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations. Attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures precisely. A team player who can also take initiative when required. Why Join Us? Be part of a dedicated team making a tangible impact on policing. A role that offers variety no two days are the same! Training and development opportunities to support your progression. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers). Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Candidates who are successful through the recruitment process will be required to undertake a mandatory 6-week custody course, which will commence on Monday 9th November 2026 until Friday 18th December 2026 and will be based at Middlemoor Police Headquarters, Exeter, EX2 7HQ regardless of your base station. INTERVIEW: Interviews will be week commencing 7th September 2026. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon & Cornwall Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

ICT Mobile Communications Manager Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Grade 8 - Starts at £44,700 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £49,716 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About the role: As the Mobile Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of radio, mobile phone and satellite services to both Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. Leading a small team, you will achieve this through the management of contracts with service, network and product suppliers. You will be joining us at the start of a ten-year managed service contract with BT for the support of our radio and mobile phone users across our wide geography. This is an exciting period for police radio services, with the national TETRA based Airwave network due to be replaced by the Emergency Services Network in 2029. Supported by local, regional and national project teams, do you have the technical understanding, customer engagement and contract management skills to ensure our officers and staff receive the mobile voice and data services they need to support the public across our three counties? What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers). Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 02/09/2026, 12:00. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police / Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Dorset Special Constable Location: Forcewide - Dorset Contract Type: Special Constable Volunteer Hours per week: 4 (It is a mandatory requirement that a Special Constable will complete 16 hours a month on average a year, every year. This is 200 hours in total per year) Competency and Values Framework (CVF) Job Advert Description Special Constables are volunteer police officers who give their spare time to police their communities. This volunteer role gives you the chance to work alongside regular police officers and staff, bring your life skills and experiences and give something back to this beautiful part of the world. It's not all glamorous, but it is rewarding. You'll need to be able to give at least 16 hours of your time each month. Once trained, you will have the same powers as a regular police officer helping to protect and support the people who live in Dorset. We're looking for honest, respectful, selfless and motivated people who want to do something worthwhile in their spare time. Could you be there in someone's time of need? If yes, then apply today through the link. Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 this post is politically restricted. A politically restricted post prevents an individual from having any active political role either in or outside the workplace and will automatically be disqualified from standing for or holding elected office. They are also restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or a person who is or seeks to be a candidate and speaking to the public at large or publishing any written or artistic work that could give the impression that they are advocating support for a political party. For more information, please visit our website or see Alliance PSD20 Working Practice via SharePoint. Already have an account? If you have previously created an account please click 'login' at the bottom of the page next to the 'submit registration' button. Once logged in, you will be taken to the application. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

ICT Mobile Communications Manager Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Grade 8 - Starts at £44,700 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £49,716 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About the role: As the Mobile Communications Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of radio, mobile phone and satellite services to both Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. Leading a small team, you will achieve this through the management of contracts with service, network and product suppliers. You will be joining us at the start of a ten-year managed service contract with BT for the support of our radio and mobile phone users across our wide geography. This is an exciting period for police radio services, with the national TETRA based Airwave network due to be replaced by the Emergency Services Network in 2029. Supported by local, regional and national project teams, do you have the technical understanding, customer engagement and contract management skills to ensure our officers and staff receive the mobile voice and data services they need to support the public across our three counties? What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers). Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 02/09/2026, 12:00. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police / Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Resourcing Officer Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Scale F - Starts at £34,662 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £40,383 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About the role: We are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Resourcing Officers to join our Recruitment and Selection Team, based at either Devon & Cornwall Police Headquarters, Exeter, or Dorset Police Headquarters, Winfrith. We are recruiting for: one permanent position (37 hours per week ), one temporary maternity cover position until 30 November 2027 (37 hours per week ), a reserve pool for future vacancies anticipated during 2027. Please note we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis, for example on a job share basis, and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people across a wide range of roles, including police officers, police staff, apprentices, special constables and volunteers. Working closely with operational leaders, internal and external partners including HR colleagues, you will help deliver workforce plans that support organisational priorities and create an excellent candidate experience. Whether you are looking to develop your career internally or bring your expertise from another organisation, we welcome applications from people who share our commitment to fairness, inclusion and continuous improvement. About the role As a Senior Resourcing Officer, you will provide professional advice and leadership across a range of recruitment and resourcing activities. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure recruitment campaigns, promotions and postings are delivered effectively, efficiently and in line with best practice. You will also support and develop members of the Resourcing team, helping to create a positive and high-performing environment. The selection process Applicants successful through the application shortlisting process will be invited to an interview, which will include a role-related exercise. Details of the exercise, including the subject matter, will be provided to shortlisted candidates in advance. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment supplied, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities available. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 04/09/2026, 12:00 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police / Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Resourcing Officer Location: Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Salary: Scale F - Starts at £34,662 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £40,383 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent About the role: We are seeking experienced and motivated Senior Resourcing Officers to join our Recruitment and Selection Team, based at either Devon & Cornwall Police Headquarters, Exeter, or Dorset Police Headquarters, Winfrith. We are recruiting for: one permanent position (37 hours per week ), one temporary maternity cover position until 30 November 2027 (37 hours per week ), a reserve pool for future vacancies anticipated during 2027. Please note we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis, for example on a job share basis, and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people across a wide range of roles, including police officers, police staff, apprentices, special constables and volunteers. Working closely with operational leaders, internal and external partners including HR colleagues, you will help deliver workforce plans that support organisational priorities and create an excellent candidate experience. Whether you are looking to develop your career internally or bring your expertise from another organisation, we welcome applications from people who share our commitment to fairness, inclusion and continuous improvement. About the role As a Senior Resourcing Officer, you will provide professional advice and leadership across a range of recruitment and resourcing activities. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure recruitment campaigns, promotions and postings are delivered effectively, efficiently and in line with best practice. You will also support and develop members of the Resourcing team, helping to create a positive and high-performing environment. The selection process Applicants successful through the application shortlisting process will be invited to an interview, which will include a role-related exercise. Details of the exercise, including the subject matter, will be provided to shortlisted candidates in advance. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment supplied, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities available. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). The closing date for applications is 04/09/2026, 12:00 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon and Cornwall Police / Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Financial Accountant Location: Exeter Salary : Starts at £52,194 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £57,186 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (37hours per week) We are welcoming applications for the role of Senior Financial Accountant with Dorset Police based at the following location(s): Police Headquarters, Exeter, Police Headquarters, Winfrith, Dorset Join our Alliance Finance Department, a team of around 80 professionals delivering payroll, purchasing and exchequer, and accountancy services across both Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. Based across our headquarters in Exeter or Winfrith, this hybrid role offers regular home working and the opportunity to work alongside colleagues located at your preferred headquarters. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive team serving two police forces. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Senior Financial Accountant to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial accounting services across both forces and the respective Officers of the Police and Crime Commissioners. Reporting to the Head of Financial Accounting, you will provide senior-level financial expertise, helping to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements while supporting the delivery of robust financial management. The role includes responsibility for supporting the production of annual statutory accounts, overseeing capital accounting and treasury-related activity, managing statutory returns, and working closely with auditors, actuaries, valuers and senior stakeholders. You will lead financial accounting activities, drive continuous improvement, provide technical guidance to finance colleagues, and support strategic financial planning, including capital programmes and medium-term financial strategies. You will also deputise for the Head of Financial Accounting when required, providing senior leadership support. This is a new and exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining technical expertise with leadership, stakeholder engagement and service development within a complex and high-profile public sector environment. About You You will be a fully qualified CCAB accountant (or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience and a proven track record of producing and interpreting complex financial information. You will possess strong leadership and communication skills, experience of managing and developing teams, and the ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels. A proactive approach to problem-solving, continuous improvement and organisational change is essential. Experience of public sector accounting and knowledge of the wider local government or policing finance landscape would be advantageous. Key Highlights Senior leadership role within a collaborative Alliance Finance team. Opportunity to influence financial strategy and statutory reporting. Hybrid working arrangements available, subject to business needs. Work with a broad range of senior stakeholders, including Chief Financial Officers, auditors, and operational leaders. Contribute to the financial sustainability and governance of two Police Forces. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by ensuring strong financial stewardship and supporting the delivery of vital public services across Dorset, and Devon and Cornwall. What you get if you join us: If you work for us, you will get access to: A competitive salary with yearly increments. Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one-off payment of £5). Company sick pay. Competitive local government pension scheme. Job related equipment supplied, as required. Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties. Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme). Support networks, free Employees' Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services. Development and training opportunities available. Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need. Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need. Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan). To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon & Cornwall Police, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Contact Officer Location: Plymouth, Crownhill Salary: Starts at £27,204 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £29,859 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Owing to the nature of the role, candidates will need to have reached the age of 18 by the start date. Please read the shift pattern before applying to ensure you will be able to undertake the required shift pattern. The shift pattern is set and there can be no adjustments to this. Training for the role is at Police Headquarters, Exeter for seven weeks, Monday to Friday. Please ensure you are able to commit to this before applying. Further details of the training for this role are below. Salary: The commencing salary is £32,644 per annum inclusive of the 20% shift allowance, plus a maximum of £2500 weekend working allowance (which is claimable once working the attached shift pattern after the training period). There is a potential to earn up to £38,330 this includes 20% shift allowance and up to £2500 Weekend working allowance (which is claimable once working the attached shift pattern) when you have reached 4 years service. We are looking for friendly, patient, broad minded and positive individuals to join our Plymouth Contact Resolution Centre, where you will play a critical role in our response to both emergency and non-emergency calls within Devon and Cornwall. You will handle calls professionally with empathy and patience, listening to vital details and asking the right questions to log information quickly and accurately. You will be part of a wide team with extensive training and ongoing support provided. This role can be challenging at times but is very rewarding. It s important to have emotional resilience within this role, as you will at times be answering calls from distressed individuals which may unfold while you are on a call. No two calls are the same and at times you will handle sensitive information. You will be the first point of contact for our community and will provide help for people when they need it most. We are looking for flexible individuals who are open to working shifts, including nights, weekends and some bank holidays. On top of your salary, you will qualify for enhanced shift allowance of up to 20% of your salary, as well as weekend working allowance. Training Programme: You will join starting with the Initial training Course Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm for the duration of 7 weeks at Police Headquarters, Middlemoor Exeter. You will then begin your Contact Officer shift pattern and will be assigned a Tutor within the Contact Centre who will support the second phase of your training. There is an additional 2 week training course, again at Exeter Headquarters, before returning to the Contact Centre. You must be willing and able to travel to Exeter Headquarters regardless of your base station. Dates will be confirmed closer to the time of conditional offer. A Force pool car / a hire car, or accommodation at Police Headquarters, Middlemoor, Exeter may be available to those who live 30 miles from Police Headquarters, Middlemoor, Exeter. No annual leave will be granted for the duration of the training courses due to essential learning. There will be no exceptions to this. Training courses: these are planned for 22nd July until 11th September 2026 and an additional course is planned for October 2026 the exact date is to be confirmed. Part-Time Working The role of Contact Officer is a full-time role. Requests for Flexible Working Patterns can be submitted once you are in the role, however these cannot be guaranteed and are reviewed against the operational needs of the Department. Tenure This role is subject to a minimum two year tenure period. This means that due to the essential training required for the role of Contact Officer successful candidates will be unable to apply for any internal vacancies for a period of two years from the commencement of their appointment. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Devon & Cornwall Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Dorset Special Constable (March May 2026) Location: Forcewide - Dorset Contract Type: Special Constable Volunteer Hours per week: 4 (It is a mandatory requirement that a Special Constable will complete 16 hours a month on average a year, every year. This is 200 hours in total per year) Competency and Values Framework (CVF) Job Advert Description Special Constables are volunteer police officers who give their spare time to police their communities. This volunteer role gives you the chance to work alongside regular police officers and staff, bring your life skills and experiences and give something back to this beautiful part of the world. It's not all glamorous, but it is rewarding. You'll need to be able to give at least 16 hours of your time each month. Once trained, you will have the same powers as a regular police officer helping to protect and support the people who live in Dorset. We're looking for honest, respectful, selfless and motivated people who want to do something worthwhile in their spare time. Could you be there in someone's time of need? If yes, then apply today through the link. Under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 this post is politically restricted. A politically restricted post prevents an individual from having any active political role either in or outside the workplace and will automatically be disqualified from standing for or holding elected office. They are also restricted from canvassing on behalf of a political party or a person who is or seeks to be a candidate and speaking to the public at large or publishing any written or artistic work that could give the impression that they are advocating support for a political party. For more information, please visit our website or see Alliance PSD20 Working Practice via SharePoint. Already have an account? If you have previously created an account please click 'login' at the bottom of the page next to the 'submit registration' button. Once logged in, you will be taken to the application. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Dorset Police, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.