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CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK CHIEF INSPECTOR PROMOTIONFebruary 2016

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Northumbria Police 4

Introduction 5

About us 6

Executive structure 7

Vision for change 8

Proud to Protect 9

About the role 12

Policing Professional Framework 14

Promotion scheme timetable 16

Promotional process 17

Promotion board interviews 19

Contents

Northumbria police is one of the largest and top performing police services in the country, serving a population of 1.5 million people from a wide range of various communities, covering an area of more than 2,000 square miles in North East England.

In a typical day Northumbria Police:

• Receives 3,395 phone calls; • Makes 187 arrests;• Handles 628 “999” calls; • Travels 44,000 miles;• Deals with 1,539 incidents; • Records 154 sets of fingerprints• Investigates 207 crimes; • Takes 39 DNA samples.

There are around 5,600 people working at Northumbria Police and 480 more who contribute by volunteering for one of our various volunteer schemes. All work together to form one professional team who are dedicated to reducing crime across the North East and committed to working with partner organisations and the public to make a real difference in local communities.

Northumbria Police is dedicated to building trust and confidence and reducing crime and disorder in the communities within the North East of England.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your interest in applying to join Northumbria Police and becoming part of a new era of policing in the North East of England. This pack is intended for officers who are interested in applying for promotion to Chief Inspector.

Northumbria is going through the most significant period of change it has ever experienced and it is the workforce themselves who suggest the ideas to shape the future of the force. Against this backdrop, the role of Chief Inspector is also changing. During these challenging periods of change we need individuals who can instil confidence and trust in officers, teams, partners and the wider community.

We are looking for leaders who can inspire those around them to deliver an outstanding service to the people of Northumbria. We want people who thrive in a culture of change and identify the solutions that will improve the way we work.

This process will be extremely competitive with only the very best candidates being selected for promotion to the rank of Chief Inspector.

To be successful in this process, individuals will need to share the values of ‘Proud to Protect’ laid out by Northumbria Police Chief Constable Steve Ashman in this information pack. He has a vision that every member of the workforce should be “proud of who we are and proud of what we do and outstanding in the service we provide”.

This pack will give you further insight into the role and the qualities and experience we are looking for. We very much hope you will be inspired by this opportunity to serve the North East and its residents at a pivotal time for the force.

MESSAGE FROM OUR CHIEF CONSTABLE

“We only want the best officers in Northumbria Police and we want people who are proud to be a part of an innovative and forward-thinking force.

This is a difficult time for forces across the country but we are looking to thrive in this culture of change and invest in our future.

This is your opportunity to join a force that will give you a platform to effect real change. Good luck in your application to the position of Chief Inspector within Northumbria Police.”

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ABOUT US

Northumbria Police provides a comprehensive policing service to communities across the North East via three Area Commands.

Central Area CommandCentral Area Command covers policing in Gateshead and Newcastle.

GatesheadCovers the local authority area of Gateshead Council. Gateshead has a population of around 190,000 and includes the large retail and commercial businesses at both the Team Valley Trading Estate and the MetroCentre. It is crossed by the busy A1 Western by-pass.As well as policing the urban areas of Gateshead, Felling, and Blaydon, the area has responsibility for other well-established communities including Birtley and Whickham and the more rural areas of Rowlands Gill and Chopwell.Central Area Command is also proud to include one of the largest Jewish communities in the country.

NewcastleCovers the local authority area of Newcastle City Council. It has a population of around 280,000 and both the main road and rail links pass through the Area Command which has responsibility for Newcastle International Airport, Newcastle United Football Club, Newcastle Falcons rugby ground and Newcastle Racecourse.

This area includes the vibrant city centre of Newcastle with its vast retail, commercial, entertainment and leisure facilities and an international student population.

Newcastle also incorporates extensive well-established residential communities and local businesses, including sections with diverse cultures and new developments such as Newcastle Great Park.

Northern Area CommandNorthern Area Command covers policing in North Tyneside and Northumberland.

North TynesideCovers the local authority area of North Tyneside Council. It has a population of around 190,000 and has extensive local retail, business, commercial and leisure facilities, including recent larger developments at Royal Quays, Silverlink and Balliol Business Park sites.

The area includes the large urban areas adjoining the coast and riverside, such as Wallsend, North Shields, Tynemouth and Whitley Bay, as well as responsibility for other well-established communities including Forest Hall and Longbenton to the west and Dudley and Annitsford to the north.

NorthumberlandNorthumberland has a total land area of just under 2000 sq miles, with a population of 311,000. It extends south from Berwick upon Tweed towards Cramlington and west to Haltwhistle.

This is the largest in England and Wales in terms of area. And due to its unrivalled coast line and castles, such as Alnwick, Bamburgh and Dunstanburgh and tourist attractions such as Holy Island, the Cheviots and Hadrian’s Wall, attracts more than a million visitors from all over the globe.

Southern Area CommandSouthern Area Command covers policing in South Tyneside and Sunderland.

South TynesideCovers the local authority area of South Tyneside Council. It covers 25 square miles and has a population of approximately 152,000 which is mainly centred around the riverside towns of South Shields, Jarrow and Hebburn.

There are well-established communities to the south of the region including Cleadon, Whitburn and extensive outlying estates. In the summer the population increases considerably with over one million visitors to the coast and other tourist attractions.

SunderlandCovers the local authority area of Sunderland City Council. It has a population of approximately 279,000 and 16,000 students at Sunderland University.

This area includes Sunderland football ground and the busy retail, business and leisure facilities of Sunderland and Washington centres; extensive well-established residential communities and commercial districts including Doxford International Business Park, Wessington Way and the Nissan complex.

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EXECUTIVE STRUCTURE

CHIEF CONSTABLESTEVE ASHMAN

DEPUTY CHIEF CONSTABLEWINTON KEENEN

ASSISTANT CHIEF CONSTABLEDARREN BEST

CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTLAURA YOUNG CENTRAL A.C

DETECTIVE CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTIAN DAWES

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

T/CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTGED NOBLE

SOUTHERN A.C

T/D/CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTTIM WALKER

CRIME DEPARTMENT

CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTSTEVE NEILL

OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT

CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTNEIL ADAMSON

COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

T/CHIEF SUPERINTENDENTSHARON STAVERS NORTHERN A.C

ASSISTANT CHIEF OFFICERCORPORATE SERVICES

BERNIE McCARDLE

ASSISTANT CHIEF CONSTABLEJO FARRELL

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Vision for changeOver the past five years we have made our force

more efficient with a significant programme of change and Northumbria Police continues to be recognised

as a service which upholds high standards and delivers outstanding service.

It is important for Northumbria Police to be clear about what we want to achieve and how we intend to do it and this is captured in our new vision statement:

“Northumbria Police will be outstanding in the service we provide”

Our vision is supported by a mission, which is to serve the communities of Northumbria with pride – ‘proud

of what we do and proud of who we are’.

Simply put we are Proud to Protect

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Northumbria Police will be outstanding in the service we provide

PROUD OF WHAT WE DO • PROUD OF WHO WE ARE

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Our vision and mission is underpinned by a set of core values which define the standards we have set, they confirm:

• Proud to serve – what the public can expect from us

• Proud of our people – what we can expect from our people

• Proud to improve – what we can do differently

• Proud to lead – what we expect from leaders

These core values create an environment where all officers, staff and volunteers are ‘Proud to come to work, proud to represent Northumbria Police, and proud to deliver an outstanding service’.

• Protect the vulnerable.• Be victim focused in everything we do.• Minimise harm to communities.• Vigorously pursue off enders.• Treat everyone ethically and in accordance with the Code of Ethics.

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Our service values:

PROUD OF WHAT WE DO • PROUD OF WHO WE ARE

• Engage, listen and respect the views of others.• Ensure a skilled workforce.• Embrace diversity.• Encourage innovation. • Support people and learn from our mistakes.

Our people values:

PROUD OF WHAT WE DO • PROUD OF WHO WE ARE

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• Understanding our policing demand.• Maximise use of technology and other assets.• Be open minded to new and diff erent ways of delivering services.• Seek out and drive collaborative opportunities.• Be fi nancially sustainable and transparent in our decision making.

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Our business values:

PROUD OF WHAT WE DO • PROUD OF WHO WE ARE

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Our leadership values:

• Take personal responsibility and lead by example.• Inspire others and achieve excellence. • Support others and set clear and fair objectives. • Empower others and encourage and celebrate endeavour, innovation and individuality. • Be approachable and welcome the views of others.

PROUD OF WHAT WE DO • PROUD OF WHO WE ARE

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ABOUTTHE ROLE

This is an exciting time to work for Northumbria Police. The changes currently being delivered will shape how we look in the future. Therefore you will need to be a dynamic, energetic and inspirational leader, who values people, their development and your community.

We will look to you to deliver the values of the Proud to Protect vision, while also understanding and addressing the diverse needs of our customers and communities.

You will be responsible for facilitating delivery in a variety of environments with an ability to work to corporate and local objectives within a culture of change.

You will achieve this by upholding our professional standards, being responsible for the management of teams and delivering projects.

As a leader you will face a number of challenges including reducing crime, delivering the best possible service to the public, maintaining effective policing in a time of economic uncertainty and inspiring the workforce.

This career opportunity is open to an exceptional Inspector looking for promotion, or a Chief Inspector with an excellent proven track record.

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ABOUTTHE ROLE

Terms of appointmentYou will be appointed to the office and rank of Chief Inspector/Detective Chief Inspector.

Duties and responsibilitiesYou may be posted into appropriate roles or required to undertake additional or other duties by the Chief Constable, appropriate to your rank, to meet the needs of the business.

Salary and allowances

Basic Pay:Officers newly promoted to Chief Inspector will join the pay scale at point 1 from the date of their promotion.

Pay Point With effect from 1 September 2015

1 £53,358

2 £54,432

3 £55,554

Place of work and hoursYour normal place of work will depend upon your posting. However, you may be required to travel to such places as may be reasonably necessary for the proper performance of your duties.

Working hours are 40 per week, but you will be expected to work flexibly in order to ensure you fulfil the requirements of the post. Duties may include shift working, including nights and weekends.

Annual leaveThe annual leave entitlement for officers at Chief Inspector rank per year is as follows:

• Less than 2 years’ relevant service – 22 days• 2 or more years’ relevant service – 25 days• 5 or more years’ relevant service – 25 days• 10 or more years’ relevant service – 27 days• 15 or more years’ relevant service – 28 days• 20 or more years’ relevant service – 30 days

TravelOfficers are eligible for free travel on the Metro System and Northern Rail Services, with the expectation that positive action is taken if an incident occurs whilst travelling free on these services.

Reasonable travel and subsistence costs necessarily incurred in the performance of duty will be reimbursed in accordance with Regulations and Northumbria Police policies.

Candidates invited to interview will be reimbursed for travel at standard rail fare rate or public transport rate (23.8 pence per mile) whichever is the lesser amount.

Please note, candidates successful at interview will not be reimbursed any relocation costs.

PensionIf you are a member of the Police Pension Scheme, all matters concerning your pension will be governed by the Police Pension Regulations 1987 and any subsequent amendments to them.

Business interestsThe expectation is that you will devote your working time to your duties and office. The Police Regulations 2003 (as amended by the Police (Amendment No. 3) Regulations 2012) require serving police officers to notify their chief officer, in writing, of the business interest or additional occupations they have or propose. Please refer to our procedure Business Interests and Additional Occupation for further instruction.

Other benefitsNorthumbria Police provides a range of voluntary benefits through which officers can access goods and services at discounted or preferential rates.

Further details are available through the Northumbria Police Sports and Social Club available on line at www.npssc.co.uk

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Policing Professional Framework (PPF)Northumbria Police – Chief Inspector

To carry out this role you must be a competent Inspector and must embody the ethos of being Proud to Protect in the role that you perform.

A senior middle manager responsible for co-ordinating the work of teams of sworn constables, sergeants, inspectors and police staff or managing a department with specific geographical or functional responsibility for the delivery of a range of diverse policing services, ensuring organisational standards are upheld.

National Occupational Standards (NOS) A Chief Inspector must be able to:

• Develop and implement operational plans for your area of responsibility.

• Map the environment in which your organisation operates.

• Assess, negotiate and secure sources of funding.

• Formulate, monitor and review tactics to achieve strategic objectives for law enforcement operations.

• Identify and manage operational threats and risks.

• Respond to emergencies at the tactical (silver) level.

• Plan, implement and manage systems for the exchange of sensitive information, data and intelligence.

• Develop and manage multi-agency partnerships.

• Support others to make best use of the media.

PERSONAL QUALITIES Decision making

A Chief Inspector will:

• Gather, verify and assess all appropriate and available information to gain an accurate understanding of situations.

• Consider a range of possible options, evaluating evidence and seeking advice where appropriate.

• Make clear, timely, justifiable decisions, reviewing these as necessary.

• Balance risks, costs and benefits, thinking about the wider impact of decisions.

• Exercises discretion and applies professional judgement, ensuring actions and decisions are proportionate and in the public interest.

LEADERSHIP Leading change

A Chief Inspector must:

• Be positive about change, adapting rapidly to changing circumstances and encouraging flexibility in others.

• Identify and implement improvements to service delivery, engaging people in the change process and encouraging them to contribute ideas.

• Find more cost-effective ways to do things, taking an innovative approach to solving problems and consider radical alternatives.

Leading people

A Chief Inspector should:

• Inspire people to meet challenging goals, maintaining the momentum of change.

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Policing Professional Framework (PPF)Northumbria Police – Chief Inspector

• Give direction and state expectations clearly, talking positively about policing, creating enthusiasm and commitment.

• Motivate staff by giving genuine praise, highlighting success and recognising good performance.

• Give honest and constructive feedback to help people understand their strengths and weaknesses.

• Invest time in developing people by coaching and mentoring them, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging staff to take on new responsibilities.

Managing performance

A Chief Inspector will:

• Translate strategy into specific plans and actions, effectively managing competing priorities with available resources.

• Take a planned and organised approach to achieving objectives, defining clear timescales and outcomes.

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and ensure maximum value for money is achieved.

• Demonstrate forward thinking, anticipating and dealing with issues before they occur.

• Delegate responsibility appropriately and empower others to make decisions.

• Monitor progress and holds people to account for delivery, highlighting good practice and effectively addressing underperformance.

PROFESSIONALISM

A Chief Inspector must:

• Act with integrity, in line with the values and ethical standards of the Police Service.

• Act on own initiative to address issues, showing energy and determination to get things done.

• Take ownership for resolving problems, demonstrating courage and resilience in dealing with difficult and challenging situations.

• Uphold professional standards, acting as a role model to others and challenging unprofessional conduct or discriminatory behaviour.

• Ask for and act on feedback, learning from experience and continuing to develop own professional skills and knowledge.

• Remain calm and professional under pressure, defusing conflict and being prepared to make unpopular decisions or take control when required.

PUBLIC SERVICE

A Chief Inspector should:

• Demonstrate a real belief in public service, focusing on what matters to the public and will best serve their interests.

• Ensure that all staff understand the expectations, changing needs and concerns of different communities, and strive to address them.

• Build public confidence by actively engaging with different communities, partners and stakeholders.

• Identify the best way to deliver services to different communities.

• Understand partners’ perspectives and priorities, and works co-operatively with them to deliver the best possible overall service to the public.

WORKING WITH OTHERS

A Chief Inspector will:

• Build effective working relationships with people through clear communication and a collaborative approach.

• Maintain visibility by regularly interacting and talking with people.

• Consult widely and involves people in decision-making, speaking to people in a way they understand and can engage with.

• Treat people with respect and dignity regardless of their background or circumstances, promoting equality and the elimination of discrimination.

• Treat people as individuals, showing tact, empathy and compassion.

• Sell ideas convincingly, setting out the benefits of a particular approach, and striving to reach mutually beneficial solutions.

• Express own views positively and constructively, and fully commits to team decisions.

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2016 PROMOTION SCHEME TIMETABLE

Internal advertisement

Advert on external website

Internal Chief Constable Briefings start

External Chief Constable Open Days start

Application closing date / Short listing to commence

Interviews commence

29.01.16

01.02.16

03.02.16

15.02.16

22.02.16

29.02.16

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PROMOTION PROCESS

The following candidate journey provides an overview of the Chief Inspector promotion process. More detailed information is provided within this pack.

Process launched

Chief Constable Briefing Sessions / Open Days

Candidates complete Chief Inspector Application Form

1st and 2nd Line Manager provides candidate performance summary

Candidates notified of outcome

Candidates to submit application form

Fitness, vetting and medical checks undertaken for successful candidates

Successful candidates are invited to attend Promotion Board

Induction Course / Initial and Planned Tactical Firearms Command Course

BCU Commander / Head of Department to validate application

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DISABILITY AND HEALTH QUERIESNorthumbria Police welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments to the process as required and wherever possible. Where a candidate has a health issue that might require an adjustment to be made to a part of the process, they must contact promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk

POSITIVE ACTION

We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender or ethnicity but, as women and members of ethnic groups are currently underrepresented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

CHIEF CONSTABLE OPEN DAY

The first step within the process is to attend a Chief Constable Open Day. Open Days are scheduled to take place week commencing 15th February 2016. Please contact promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk to book a place or discuss alternative arrangements.

APPLICATION CRITERIA

Before applying, we recommend that you read through this pack carefully.

To be eligible you must:

• Be a substantive Inspector or Chief Inspector in a Home Office force and have held the substantive rank for at least 12 months

• Have an overall competent or exceptional PDR rating for 2014/15

• Meet Northumbria Police Attendance Criteria - Selection1

• Have no outstanding discipline or integrity issues

APPLICATION FORM COMPLETION

The application form has three parts. Prior to completing this application form, applicants should refer to the PPF role of Chief Inspector.

If you require any reasonable adjustments for any part of the promotion process please email promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES MONITORING INFORMATION

Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information Form which is included in the application pack. The completed form should only be included once the application form has been endorsed by the first line and second line manager. This will ensure the information supplied remains private and confidential. Once submitted via email, the form will be separated from the application form and used for statistical purposes only.

Part 1 – Personal Details and Self DeclarationApplicants are requested to provide personal details.

Part 2 – Application Form Questions This part includes two questions. Applicants are required to answer both questions. Please note the maximum word count for each question.

Part 3 – Management Endorsement/ValidationA performance summary of 300 words is required by your first and second line manager,

The applicant must email the completed application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information form to the promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk by noon on Monday 22 February 2016.

1Northumbria Police Attendance Criteria – Selection procedure requires that applications will normally be rejected where an individual has been absent from duty through sickness over the past 12 months:

• for one period of absence for 28 or more days, or

• for sickness on three or more separate occasions, or

• the officer’s sickness record during this period displays a pattern of absence which raises concern about the officer’s ability to attend work,

• for regular self-certification reasons due to cold/flu/virus and this pattern has been identified, or

• a pattern of part day absences.

The previous 12 months will be calculated from the closing date for applications or the date a request is received which impacts upon a selection process.

Attendance criteria will not apply for the following types of leave: maternity; pregnancy related absence within the ‘protected period’; adoption; paternity; compassionate; shared parental; time off for dependants; annual; short notice; public service leave. Linking of disability related absences will be considered on an individual basis.

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Promotion Board panel members will depend on the rank for promotion. The Police Federation will be notified of interview dates to observe the selection process if agreed by the candidate.

The Promotion Board interview will include both situational and competency-based questions and will reflect the competencies outlined in the relevant role definition provided within the Application Pack.

Situational interview questions require the candidate to describe how they would handle a certain situation, or what they would do under certain circumstances. Competency-based questions will assess specific skills and behaviours. Questions asked will be appropriate to the rank candidates are seeking promotion to.

Additional assessment by way of a presentation will be used to help identify and evidence abilities to perform effectively in the next rank or specific role. The presentation content will be provided on the day. Candidates will be given 30 minutes preparation time on the day, for a ten minute presentation prior to the interview panel questions.

The Promotion Board Interview process will last for 45 minutes.

POST PROMOTION PROCESSCandidates will be notified of results and feedback arrangements as soon as is practicable after the selection process is complete.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake a fitness test, vetting and medical checks prior to be offered a posting within Northumbria Police.

TRAININGPromotion for candidates successful at interview will be dependent upon successful completion of an Initial and Planned Tactical Firearms Command Course.

Once selected, candidates will be invited to an Induction Course, dates to be advised.

APPEALSIf a candidate wishes to appeal against any part of the promotion process, they must send a report (within seven working days of having been notified of the decision) outlining the precise reason for their appeal. The report must be sent to the promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk for the attention of the Head of Human Resources.

NORTHUMBRIA POLICE PROMOTION BOARD INTERVIEWS

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For more information visit the Northumbria Police website at

www.northumbria.police.ukor email: promotionsmailbox@northumbria.pnn.police.uk