Detective Constable - Protecting Vulnerable Persons Unit (PVP)

Lincolnshire Police • , MA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Lincolnshire Police is recruiting Detective Constable transferees to join its Protecting Vulnerable Persons (PVP) department. The role involves working in investigation and safeguarding teams that investigate complex and challenging crimes, including child abuse, sexual offences, and offences involving vulnerable adults. PVP work complements the work of Major Crime and supports the force’s aims to protect victims, pursue offenders, and improve outcomes for communities across Lincolnshire.

PVP Hubs are based at Lincoln, Grantham, Skegness, and Boston stations, with vacancies across all locations. Multiple intakes are planned; the next is scheduled to commence in early February 2027. Transferees joining PVP teams between 1 September 2026 and 31 August 2027 may be eligible for an additional £200 per month through the Targeted Variable Payment Scheme. Eligible applicants may also claim up to £8,000 toward relocation expenses. Part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed. Final postings depend on operational demand.

Requirements

• Must currently be serving as a Police Officer in a Home Office Force.
• Must have successfully completed the probation period and be confirmed in post at the time of application.
• Must already hold PIP2 accreditation.
• Mandatory training must be current and evidenced, including fitness testing to level 5.4, Personal Safety Training, first aid, and driving qualifications.
• Must provide the last three years of appraisals; officers recently confirmed in post should provide their confirmation certificate and most recent performance reviews.
• A medical assessment and vetting process are required before an offer is made.
• Must not be subject to unsatisfactory performance processes, active improvement plans, or live disciplinary warnings. Applicants under investigation or with an open complaint should apply after the matter has been resolved.
• Include the completed eligibility and diversity monitoring form with the application.
• Candidates unsuccessful for this role within the previous three months will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in specific roles or areas of specialism may be indicated in the application.
• Applicants may state preferred locations, although final postings are based on operational demand.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex and challenging crimes, including child abuse, sexual offences, and offences involving vulnerable adults.
• Contribute to investigation and safeguarding work within the Protecting Vulnerable Persons department.
• Help protect victims, pursue offenders, and improve outcomes for communities across Lincolnshire.

Benefits

• Eligible transferees may receive an additional £200 per month through the Targeted Variable Payment Scheme for joining PVP teams between 1 September 2026 and 31 August 2027.
• Eligible transferees may claim up to £8,000 toward relocation expenses, including qualifying removal and storage costs, certain sale and purchase fees, stamp duty, and initial costs for arranging rental of a previously owned property.
• Part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed