Detective Constable Entry Programme (DCEP)

today, whilst contributing to a positive policing culture. You will be employed as a police officer from day one and receive a starting salary of £32,907 and includes a £3,000 South East allowance with the potential to rise to £51,231 (including a South East allowance of £3,000) within the first seven years. You'll start your journey (your first 16 weeks) at Mount Browne for your diverse learning activities. After that (weeks 17-30) you'll be in our Dedicated Coaching Unit where you'll learn hands-on operational policing experience. Upon successful completion of your initial training you will join an operational policing team where you will continue your learning and development whilst undertaking operational day to day police duties. As you continue your training, you'll take part in masterclasses, operational attachments, and be able to apply for study leave opportunities. Throughout your training there's always support available, from your line manager and coaches to Professional Development Assessors and Support & Development teams. The programme will cover a wide range of policing topics including: - Operational policing, legislation and police powers - Policing communities, response policing and crime investigation - Protection, vulnerability and public protection - Safeguarding - Officer safety first aid training You will be fully supported throughout the process, helping you to develop and enhance the skills and experience you need for this challenging but rewarding role.

Be aged 17 years or older (you must be 18 by the time you are appointed). - Be a British citizen, a citizen of a country that is a member of the European Economic Area or Switzerland, or a Commonwealth citizen or foreign national who is resident in the UK and free from restrictions. - Have been resident in the UK for the past three years. - Have a full manual driving licence (by the time of appointment). - Not have six penalty points or more on your driving licence. - Not have tattoos which could cause offence. - Not be registered bankrupt (or have bankruptcy debts that have been discharged within the past three years). - Be able to pass a job-related fitness test. - Be able to pass a medical screening and meet the minimum eyesight standards. - Not be a current or previous member of a proscribed terrorist organisation or group. - One A Level Grade A

• -C or Level 3 equivalent and one A Level Grade A-E, or AS Level in a different subject, or Level 3 equivalent. - You must also hold GCSE Grade A-C/4-9 or Level 2 functional skills in English or education equivalent at point of application. Degree Holders do not need to provide a Level 2 English qualification unless your degree was taught and assessed in a language other than English. Degree holders whose degree is not studied in English will require an assessment from Skills Forward to test their English.
  
  The Detective Constable Entry Programme (DCEP) is replacing the Detective Degree Holder Programme (DDHEP) and is a new and exciting opportunity if you are considering a career as a Detective. The DCEP will help ensure forces are able to best represent the communities they serve. It's an opportunity to embark on an extraordinary two and a half year journey, where you'll go from being a student officer to a Detective constable. Unlike other entry routes, DCEP is a non-accredited pathway into policing that is designed for candidates with or without a degree. No academic award is granted at the end, instead, the training combines practical "on-the-job" experience, classroom sessions, scenario-based training, virtual learning, and assessments, which will equip you with the skills and experience you need to meet the demands of modern policing. The curriculum for all entry routes has been modernised to equip officers with the skills needed to meet the complex policing challenges we face
  
  A starting salary of at least £31,551 (including South East Allowance of £3,000) depending on your chosen entry route, with the potential to rise to £49,044 within the first seven years. - 22 days per year annual leave, rising to 30 days a year depending on your length of service. - Progressive approach to flexible working, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and potential for a career break (after three years' service). - Opportunity to join various support networks, staff associations and sports clubs. - A competitive benefits package including pension, flexible benefits, fuel card, employee assistance programme for advice and counselling, access to discounts / savings / cash-back rewards. - Career development opportunities including the chance to specialise or to progress through the ranks. - Free bus travel across Surrey.