Practice Developer x3

Practice Developer x3 – Remote UK Job | £36,520 Salary | College of Policing

The College of Policing is recruiting three Practice Developers to join its What Works Standards Team. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in policing, criminal justice, government, research, or related fields who are passionate about developing evidence-based national guidance for policing across England and Wales.

This is a full-time remote position open to eligible applicants anywhere in the UK.

Job Overview

About the Role

As a Practice Developer, you will develop and deliver evidence-based national professional practice guidance for the police service. You will work alongside subject matter experts, police professionals, and stakeholders to interpret research, identify best practices, and produce practical guidance that supports ethical and consistent policing.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of national policing guidance.
• Define the scope of new guidance projects.
• Collaborate with policing experts and national stakeholders.
• Analyse research evidence and operational practice.
• Produce practical and ethical professional guidance.
• Design and lead public consultations.
• Conduct surveys, workshops, and focus groups.
• Prepare reports and briefing documents.
• Update existing national guidance where required.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Degree or Level 6 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Experience gathering, analysing, and interpreting complex information.
• Ability to prepare professional reports and briefing papers.
• Strategic planning and sound decision-making skills.

Behaviour Assessment

Applicants will be assessed on:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace

Technical Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Degree or equivalent Level 6 qualification.
• Knowledge of policing, law, criminal justice, government, or related fields.
• Ability to present complex information effectively.
• Experience facilitating discussions with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
• Strategic thinking and professional judgement.

Salary and Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• £36,520 annual salary.
• £5,038 London Allowance (where applicable).
• Civil Service Pension with a 28.97% employer contribution.
• Up to 31.5 days annual leave.
• Eight public holidays plus one privilege day.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Structured learning and career development.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Benenden Healthcare.
• National Dental Plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Shopping discounts.
• Interest-free season ticket loans.
• Staff recognition scheme.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment.

Contract Information

• Two positions available until 30 December 2026.
• One position available until 31 March 2027.

Applicants applying on secondment must obtain written approval from their line manager before submitting an application.

Security Requirements

Successful applicants must obtain:

• NPPV3 Vetting.
• Security Check (SC).

Applicants must also satisfy UK residency and nationality requirements.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Meet College of Policing nationality requirements.
• Provide five years of UK address history.
• Meet the required security vetting standards.

This position is not open to applicants requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

• Application screening.
• Technical assessment.
• Behaviour assessment.
• Online interview via Microsoft Teams.

Expected interview week: Commencing 24 August 2026.

Application Deadline

11:55 PM (UK Time), Sunday, 2 August 2026

Late applications will not be accepted.

How to Apply

Submit your application through the UK Civil Service Jobs portal before the closing date.

Applicants applying on secondment must upload their completed approval form when submitting their application.

Job Highlights

• Remote working anywhere in the UK.
• £36,520 annual salary.
• Civil Service Pension.
• Flexible working.
• Three vacancies available.
• National policing role.
• Excellent professional development opportunities.