Police and Crime Commissioner opens recruitment for next Chief Constable

On behalf of the communities of Thames Valley, Matthew Barber (Police & Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley) is seeking an exceptional leader as the new Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police.

Matthew Barber, Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley, said: “ Thames Valley remains a safe place with a high performing police force, and I want to ensure that we continue to serve our communities to the best of our ability and provide high quality policing that our residents, as well as our officers and staff, can be proud of. 

“To support me in achieving this, I am looking for an exceptional, dedicated, ethical and high-performing leader to become our next Chief Constable. 

“With significant and senior policing experience and a proven track record in delivering positive organisational change and improvements in public confidence and crime fighting, the successful candidate will lead the future of Thames Valley Police.” 

Eligible candidates are invited to apply by completing an application form which can be found on the dedicated webpage: https://www.thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/chief-constable-recruitment.  

Applications should be sent to pcc@thamesvalley.police.uk by 11.59pm on Friday 30th September 2022.