PCSO Apprentice

Merseyside Police; Sefton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK police force is seeking applicants for a PCSO apprenticeship starting in April 2026. This role includes engaging local communities, providing visible patrols, and supporting vulnerable individuals. Applicants must have GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade E/2 or higher and will receive a competitive salary during training. The apprenticeship offers strong mentorship, valuable experience, and a pathway to a long-term policing career. Inclusive practices and diversity are prioritized in the recruitment process.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holiday increasing to 38 with service

Full support from mentors and trainers

Pathway into a long‑term policing career

Local Government Pension Scheme

In-depth training at Mather Avenue Training Centre

Police Blue Light Card discounts and perks

Responsibilities

• Engage with local communities to build trust and reduce crime.
• Provide visible patrols to improve public safety.
• Support vulnerable individuals and respond to incidents.
• Gather intelligence and assist in investigations.

Skills

Engagement with local communities

Visible patrols

Support for vulnerable individuals

Gather intelligence

Education

GCSE Grade E/2 (or above) in Maths and English Language

Functional Skills Level 1 (or above) in Maths/English

Adult Numeracy / Literacy Level 1 (or above)

Job description

Merseyside Police has proudly been ranked 3rd in the Public Sector category of the UK's Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers — and is the only police force to feature in The Sunday Times Top 100 list.

Applications are now open for our first PCSO apprenticeship intake, planned for April 2026.

Start your career in policing with a PCSO apprenticeship and make a real difference in your community while earning and learning.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with local communities to build trust and reduce crime
• Provide visible patrols to improve public safety
• Support vulnerable individuals and respond to incidents
• Gather intelligence and assist in investigations

What You’ll Learn

• A nationally recognised qualification in community safety
• Practical policing skills and on-the-job experience

Please provide 5 years employment/education history, explaining any gaps in employment, as part of the experience and education history section of your application form. We will use this information to obtain references upon conditional offer – with your permission. You will be invited to complete the National Sift via the College of Policing shortly after applying, so please monitor your emails and complete it in a timely manner. Interviews are expected to be conducted consistently with pre‑employment checks including medical, vetting and biometrics; you will be contacted throughout the process.

For any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure you have the necessary support.

Entry Requirements

• GCSE Grade E/2 (or above) in Maths and English Language
• Functional Skills Level 1 (or above) equivalent to Maths/English Communication
• Adult Numeracy / Literacy Level 1 (or above)

Upload certificate evidence of your qualifications in Maths and English Level 1; if not available you will not be able to progress your application.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary while you train: £27,204 to £29,859 per annum plus 13.33% equalisation allowance after training
• Pay increases and holidays: 33 days holiday increasing to 38 days with service
• Full support from mentors and trainers
• Pathway into a long‑term policing career
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• In‑depth training at Mather Avenue Training Centre
• Continuous Professional Development
• Police Blue Light Card discounts and perks

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion: Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract and keep people with the best skills and highest potential, welcoming especially women and black & ethnic minority candidates.

For more information please email [e-mail].