Hampshire
& Isle of Wight
An inspiring place to live and work
Discover a Career in Policing
We’re excited to share details of our new ‘Discover a Career in Policing’ webinars launching in January 2026.
These interactive online sessions are designed to provide a detailed insight into our Officer recruitment process, explain the different entry routes and training expectations,
and offer real-time question and answer sessions to make your recruitment more accessible, all from the comfort of your home.
Our first two sessions, on Saturday 17th January and Thursday 22nd January, are available to book now:
Visit our events page to explore upcoming webinars and learn more about our recruitment activities.
Join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary – Where your career makes a difference
Policing in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight offers a truly unique and rewarding experience. With over two million residents across thriving cities like Portsmouth and Southampton, as well as picturesque rural communities, our region is one of the largest and most diverse policing areas in England and Wales. During the summer months, tourism adds even more vibrancy and challenge to our work.
We’re proud to maintain a strong neighbourhood policing model, with officers and staff deeply embedded in the communities they serve. But our reach goes far beyond the local. As home to the UK’s largest non-metropolitan joint specialist unit, we play a vital role in national events, from royal weddings to international commemorations – ensuring safety for both our residents and visiting dignitaries.
This is a place where your skills, background, and perspective truly matter. The scale and complexity of our work mean we offer career opportunities that go beyond what many other forces can provide. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your policing career to the next level, you’ll find challenge, variety, and purpose here.
We believe that looking after our people is essential to protecting the public. That’s why we invest in your wellbeing, development, and future , because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve.
Direct Entry Detective Constable Programme
The Direct Entry Detective Constable (DEDC) programme provides candidates the opportunity to become an accredited detective within two years. Initial training for this programme will commence in November 2026.
We open this challenging programme for a limited time each year to ensure we attract the best candidates and provide dedicated support to your development.
Salary: £33,164 (which includes £2000 South-East allowance) plus benefits and will rise to over £50,000 after seven years.
Career Development: There are lots of lateral opportunities for career development, you can progress as a Detective Sergeant, Detective Inspector and beyond through our clear promotion framework.
Hampshire & Isle of Wight
an inspiring place to live and work
Located on the south coast, with excellent transport links up and down the country, Hampshire is one of the best places to live and work, offering the perfect blend of rural and city living with so many activities, events and places to go.
Hampshire offers fascinating history and culture, boasting some of the best urban cities in the south of England, including Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth. Associated with writers such as Jane Austen and historical figures such as Henry VIII, Hampshire is packed with heritage sites, from the classic and iconic Winchester Cathedral to the modern naval history at the Mary Rose Museum. If you prefer more contemporary entertainment, Hampshire offers a wide range, including festivals, theatrical performances and outdoor events.
Close by you’ll find miles of lovely coastline, with beaches, nature reserves and attractive seaside towns.
