Kent Police Special Constable - Transferee/Rejoiner

Essex Police; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law enforcement agency is seeking volunteers as Special Constables in Chelmsford. This role involves supporting regular officers, undertaking patrols, and investigating crime reports to enhance community safety. Candidates must be committed to volunteering at least 16 hours a month and have lived in the UK for the past three years. Ideal for those passionate about community service and willing to learn new skills.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional service to the community.
• Ability to undertake patrols and investigate crime reports.
• Willing to volunteer a minimum of 16 hours per month.

Responsibilities

• Support regular officers in community policing efforts.
• Undertake patrol duties and support calls for assistance.
• Investigate reports of crime as a volunteer officer.

Skills

Community service orientation

Investigation skills

Patrol capability

Job description

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Kent Police Special Constable - Transferee/Rejoiner, Chelmsford

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Client:

Essex Police

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

10

Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

Kent Police was the first force to receive an outstanding rating for Legitimacy in the PEEL assessments and the only force to retain it for three years.

We continue to push the boundaries for innovation and transformation with both technology and creative policing models, providing a unique platform for anyone wishing to take their career to new heights.

Are you passionate about providing an exceptional service to the community of Kent? If so, we want you to join our team.

As a Special in Kent, you’ll support regular officers, undertake patrols, support calls for assistance from the public, and investigate reports of crime. Volunteering as a Special is a great way to give back to your local community, build new relationships, and develop new skills.

This role is voluntary, requiring a minimum of 16 hours per month. You can choose when to work those hours and volunteer more if desired.

Depending on your current vetting level and security clearances, you may need to complete additional vetting during the recruitment process.

Kent Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, sex, or employment status.

We will make reasonable adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements, and/or the working environment where appropriate.

This post is open to:

• Members of a European Economic Area (EEA) state with settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
• Commonwealth citizens or foreign nationals (not British citizens or EEA members) with indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

Applicants (except those serving abroad with the British Armed Forces) must have lived in the UK continuously for the past three years.

Essex Police and Kent Police are equal opportunities employers. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes.

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