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Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent, fair and supportive, helping you understand what to expect at every stage.

From checking your eligibility and submitting your application to assessments, interviews and pre-employment checks, we’ll support you through your journey to becoming a Detective Constable with Avon and Somerset Police.

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Check if you’re eligible

Before you apply for the Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme (DDHEP), check that you meet the key requirements.

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You appear to meet the basic requirements for admission into the WA Police Force.

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DDHEP entry requirements

The DDHEP is a graduate entry route, so you must already hold an undergraduate degree when you apply.

Your degree can be in any subject and must have been awarded before you submit your application. Predicted qualifications are not accepted.

If you hold or are currently working towards a Degree in Professional Policing, you will need to explore the appropriate entry route instead.

Once you’ve checked that you meet the eligibility and DDHEP entry requirements, you’re ready to start your application.

You’ll be asked to provide information about you, your qualifications and your experience. Make sure the information you provide is complete and accurate so we can assess your eligibility and progress your application.

If you have a disability or neurodivergent condition, you can tell us during the application process so we can discuss any reasonable adjustments you may need.

You’ll need to provide documents and information to support your application and complete the required checks.

Depending on your circumstances, this may include:

  • proof of your degree
  • identification
  • driving licence information
  • information required for vetting and background checks
  • any other supporting information we ask you to provide.

We’ll tell you what you need to provide and when.

You don’t need previous policing or investigative experience to apply.

We’re looking for people with the values, behaviours and potential to become great Police Officers and investigators. Your existing skills and life experience can be just as valuable as the subject you studied at university.

Throughout the recruitment process, you’ll be assessed against the policing Competency and Values Framework (CVF).

It’s also important that you understand the realities of the role and consider whether a career in policing is right for you.

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What happens

01 — Application and eligibility

Submit your application and we’ll check that you meet the Police Officer and DDHEP entry requirements.

02 — Familiarisation event

Find out more about the role, meet officers and staff and get advice about the recruitment process.

03 — National Sift

Complete the national online sift used as part of Police Officer recruitment.

04 — Assessment centre

Complete the national online assessment process.

05 — Health, fitness and force interview

Complete the required health and fitness assessments and attend an in-person force interview.

06 — Background checks and vetting

We’ll complete the required pre-employment, background and vetting checks.

07 — Offer and onboarding

If you successfully complete all stages, we’ll guide you through your offer and preparations for joining.

08 — Training

Join Avon and Somerset Police and begin your DDHEP training and development.
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